Dental Hygiene Faculty

Position Information

Working Title Dental Hygiene Faculty

Brief Position Overview Great Falls College is seeking a qualified dental hygienist to join the Dental Hygiene program as a full-time faculty member. Faculty in this role will support student learning in classroom laboratory and clinical settings. This position is well suited for hygienists who are interested in teaching mentoring and strengthening the dental hygiene workforce in Montana. Faculty work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain accreditation standards support student success and ensure the curriculum reflects current professional practice.

Faculty Tenure Track Yes

Faculty Rank Tenure-Track

Position Number

Department Dental Hygiene

Division Health Sciences

Appointment Type Faculty

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester If other specify From date If other specify End date

FLSA Union Affiliation Montana Two-Year College Faculty Association

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Yes

Compensation Annual Salary 48535-58561 commensurate with experience education and placement on the salary structure.

Contract Type MUS If other please specify

Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement Great Falls College is seeking a qualified dental hygienist to join the Dental Hygiene program as a full-time faculty member. Faculty in this role will support student learning in classroom laboratory and clinical settings. This position is well suited for hygienists who are interested in teaching mentoring and strengthening the dental hygiene workforce in Montana. Faculty work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain accreditation standards support student success and ensure the curriculum reflects current professional practice.

Why Teach at Great Falls College Gorgeous Clinical Facility Work in our gorgeous brand-new clinic designed to support hands‑on learning using modern equipment and technologies that mirror real-world practice.

Montana Lifestyle at Its Best Great Falls is centrally located with easy access to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks endless outdoor recreation and the unique Montana quality of life" that hygienists across the state know and love.

Supportive Collaborative Program Join a team of experienced faculty engaged students and strong community partners-all committed to delivering exceptional dental hygiene education.

Meaningful Impact Across Montana Your expertise will help address workforce needs statewide supporting healthier communities and empowering students to build fulfilling careers.

What You Get as a GFC Employee Generous Benefits Package We contribute 1080month toward Medical Dental Vision Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance-supporting you and your family with comprehensive coverage.

Full Health Insurance Options Choose from robust medical dental and vision plans that fit your needs and lifestyle.

A Welcoming Community Youll be joining a team that values work-life balance professional growth and the supportive down-to-earth culture Montana is known for.

Duties and Responsibilities Develop teach and assess didactic laboratory and clinical classes using traditional and alternative delivery methods as permitted by the faculty members current degree.

Supervise and instruct students completing course and clinical requirements

Advise students in the dental hygiene program

Participate in college activities and committees beyond ones discipline

Regularly attend program meetings and collaborate with colleagues within the department and across campus.

Required Qualifications - Experience Education Knowledge & Skills Bachelors degree in any field.

Minimum of two years of clinical dental hygiene experience

Demonstrates strong written oral electronic and interpersonal communication skills

Demonstrates strong computer skills

License to practice as a registered dental hygienist in Montana with a local anesthesia endorsement

Preferred Qualifications - Experience Education Knowledge & Skills Bachelors degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program

Experience in teaching didactic andor clinicals.

The Successful Candidate Will

Special Requirements This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements but a general description of the job.

Physical Demands To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill andor ability required.

The Program

The Department

The College Great Falls College is a 2-year institution in the Montana University System dedicated to providing high quality affordable education. Located in the heart of Montana we offer more than 25 academic programs that prepare students for immediate employment or seamless transfer to four-year institutions. Our small class sizes 8- and 16-week courses dedicated faculty and vibrant learning community ensure students receive the personalized attention and support needed to succeed. Our non-credit workforce training programs provide practical skills and knowledge for in-demand careers helping students enter the workforce or advance their careers with confidence.

At Great Falls College we believe in making education accessible to everyone. Our tuition is among the most affordable in Montana and we offer financial aid options scholarships and dual credit opportunities to help students save on their educational journey. Join the River Otter team and help transform lives and shape the future of our community.

This position has supervisory duties

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 2600003P

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date if temporary

Open Date Close Date 10/29/2026

Open until filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary Applicants must submit Resume CV Cover Letter Name address & phone of 3 professional references Unofficial Transcripts License for dental hygiene with local anesthesia endorsement

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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 Colleges 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 applicants ability to compete in the hiring process or an employees ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act GFC MSU provides preference in employment to veterans disabled veterans and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veterans preference or request accommodation contact the Human Resources Office Great Falls College Montana State University 2100 16th Ave S Great Falls MT 59405 406-268-3701 jobsgfcmsu.edu.

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Great Falls College MSU is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco products is not permitted on any College property.