Brief Position Overview
The Director of the Dental Hygiene Program is responsible for working closely with the dental hygiene faculty and staff to develop, implement, and evaluate the Dental Hygiene Program. This position ensures all aspects of planning, budgeting, and scheduling needed to ensure the hygiene students meet the program goals and outcomes. This position also includes teaching assignments and overseeing of the onsite dental clinic.

Position Number: 3C0139
Department: Dental Hygiene
Division: Health Sciences
Appointment Type: Professional
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE: 1
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Compensation: Annual
Salary: Salary range of $75,000 to $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type: MUS
Recruitment Type: External

Position Details

General Statement

Join Our Health Science Team as Dental Hygiene Program Director at Great Falls College!

Are you ready to lead a well-established, highly respected dental hygiene program in one of the most beautiful places in the country? Great Falls College in Great Falls, Montana, is seeking an experienced and visionary dental hygiene program director to guide our program to new heights of excellence and innovation.
As Program Director, you will have the rank, authority, and support needed to effectively manage and grow the program. Your leadership will shape the development, implementation, and continuous evaluation of our curriculum, ensuring success for students and faculty alike. You'll foster a culture of collaboration and professional growth while maintaining the highest standards of accreditation.

Why Great Falls College?

• Gorgeous, Brand-New Clinical Facility – State-of-the-art spaces designed to enhance hands-on learning.
• Beautiful Montana Location – Great Falls is centrally located, offering easy access to Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park, as well as endless outdoor adventures.
• Thriving Community – Enjoy a welcoming city with a vibrant culture and breathtaking scenery.
• Strong Foundation – Lead a well-established program supported by excellent faculty and dedicated clinical staff.

This is a 12-month position with a typical on-campus schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, though flexibility is possible.

What You Get as a GFC Employee:

We contribute $1,080/month toward your Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance — giving you and your dependents real peace of mind without financial stress.

Full Health Insurance Package
Choose from robust medical, dental, and vision plans to fit your lifestyle and family needs.

• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life & AD&D Options

Wellness & Mental Health Support

• Employee Wellness Program with proactive health tools
• Deer Oaks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — confidential counseling, legal/financial consultation, and work-life resources
• On-campus health screenings offered twice a year

Time Off When You Need It
Take advantage of generous leave policies that support rest, recovery, and family time.

Retirement You Can Count On
Depending on your role, you'll be enrolled in one of the following high-value plans:

• Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS)
• Montana University System Retirement Plan (MUS-RP/TIAA)
• Teacher's Retirement System (TRS)
• Optional 403(b) and 457 plans.

Tuition Waivers
Pursue your own education — or support your family's — with tuition waivers for employees and qualifying dependents across the Montana University System.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Use pre-tax dollars for medical or dependent care expenses and save more throughout the year.


Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• License to practice as a registered dental hygienist in the state of Montana with a local anesthesia endorsement
• Master's degree in dental hygiene or closely related field
• Graduated from an accredited dental hygiene program
• 2 years of experience in dental practice as a dental hygienist

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in dental hygiene education, including didactic and/or clinical teaching
• Experience with accreditation standards and site visits
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office software and education specific software applications

Physical Demands
Must be able to perform all duties as allowed by the Montana Board of Dentistry to provide quality dental hygiene care to patients including but not limited to exposing digital x-rays, administer local anesthesia, measure periodontal pockets, perform an EO/IO exam, read fine print, manage a medical emergency and explore and scale below the gingival margin.

This position has supervisory duties?: Yes

Posting Detail Information
Announcement Number: S00161P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 07/01/2026
Open Date: 12/15/2025
Open until filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary: Position is open until filled.
Immediate hire, flexible start date.
Quick Link for Internal Postings: https://jobs.gfcmsu.edu/postings/1830

Notices
Great Falls College Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the College does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the College's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Great Falls College Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, GFC MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Great Falls College Montana State University, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405; 406-268-3712; jobs@gfcmsu.edu.

GFC MSU's Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the GFC MSU Website: http://www.gfcmsu.edu/about/policies/400policies.html

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcript
List of References
License and Certification

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.gfcmsu.edu/postings/2426





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