Public Health Dental Director

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California United States  View Map
Posted: May 31, 2025
  • Salary: $153,649.60 - $220,500.80 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Administration and Management
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

    The Job

    The Department of Public Health (DPH), Clinic Operations is recruiting for a Public Health Dental Director (PHDD) who is responsible for the strategic direction, execution, and daily management of dental services across the Department of Public Health’s Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and mobile dental units. The PHDD, reports to the Health Officer and collaborates closely with the Clinic Operations administrative team. In alignment with the county’s objectives and the Department of Public Health’s mission, the PHDD provides oversight to the dental team, ensuring effective service delivery and optimal patient outcomes. This role includes supervising dental staff, representing staff to departmental and program leadership, and fulfilling clinical responsibilities. The PHDD plays a key role in improving patient care through cross-disciplinary coordination, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving continuous service improvements. Additionally, the PHDD is responsible for mentoring staff, supporting professional growth, and implementing policies that ensure patient safety and satisfaction.

    Key responsibilities include:
    Administrative Functions:
    • Oversee daily operations of dental services within the FQHCs and mobile units, ensuring effective patient care.
    • Develop and implement dental services polices and procedure to meet care standards and FQHC requirements.
    • Establish training standards and monitor treatment procedures for quality and safety.
    • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards governing dental practice.
    • Manage provider and dental staff schedules, ensuring integration of dental services within FQHCs.
    • Collaborate with the Public Health Medical Director on clinic operations, staffing, and resource planning.
    • Participating in the recruitment, training, and evaluation of dental staff to maintain a high-performing team.
    • Supervise dental staff to ensure goals related to production, quality, and compliance are met.
    • Oversee the dental program's financial management, including budgeting and revenue optimization.
    • Manage contracts, grants, and supplier relationships to secure quality materials at cost- effective prices.
    • Act as liaison between dental staff and administration, fostering internal and external partnerships.
    • Promote oral health initiatives and services across diverse communities.

    Clinical Functions:
    • Provide general dental care, meeting productivity targets.
    • Educate patients and the community on oral health and disease prevention.
    • Assist in ongoing education and training for dental staff.
    • Provide coverage at other health centers as needed.

    Performance Improvement/Quality Improvement:
    • Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes.
    • Oversee peer review and ensure the quality of dental care meets program needs.
    • Track compliance with performance measures and implement strategies to meet expectations.


    EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

    This is an Exempt position, receiving a specialized benefits offering with a 87C salary range. Review the below graphic to learn about our competitive perks!

    TRADITIONAL

    OPTION

    BOTH OPTIONS INCLUDE

    MODIFIED

    OPTION
    • Up to 160 hours accruable Paid Vacation time
    • 88 hours Sick Leave with unlimited accrual
    • 14 Paid Holidays + 1 Paid Floating Holiday
    • 16 hours Perfect Attendance Leave
    • Higher Medical Premium Subsidy
    • Medical/Dental/Vision - family coverage with premium subsidies
    • Generous Retirement - Vested after 5yrs (sbcera.org)
    • 401K with 2-for-1 County match up to 8%
    • 457 (b) with .5-for-1 County match up to .5%
    • 80 hours of Administrative Leave with cash-out option
    • Retirement Medical Trust Fund with County contribution
    • Flexible Spending Account - County match up to $50 per pay period depending on plan
    • $1,000 Education/Membership Reimbursement
    • Tuition Loan Repayment up to $10,000
    • Wellness Programs, including health club membership
    • Dependent Care Assistance Plan
    • 4% wage differential over the base rate of pay for all paid hours
    • Paid time off (PTO) w/ cash-out option - up to 5 weeks accruable; can be used for vacation, illness, or other personal use
    • 14 Paid Holidays

    PLUS FLEXIBLE 9/80 SCHEDULES & RETIREMENT RECIPROCITY WITH CALPERS AND '37 ACT PLAND

    Please see below for additional details:

    County Exempt Compensation Ordinance
    Traditional Benefits Option

    Modified Benefits Option

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    • Basic Life Support Certification: Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support certification.
    • Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent selected for this positions must pass a background check which includes verification of employment history and education as well as a physical exam and drug screening.
    • Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
    • Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.


    Minimum Requirements

    Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:


    License: Possession of a current unrestricted license as a Dentist by the State of California Board of Dental Examiners.

    Certificate: A Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.

    Experience: Five (5) years of post-licensure dental practice, with at least three (3) years in a supervisory or managerial role overseeing dental staff. Supervisory or managerial experience must be within the last five (5) years.

    Desired Qualifications

    The ideal candidate for the Public Health Dental Director (PHDD) position will possess a strong combination of leadership, clinical expertise, and operational management experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of leading dental teams, ensuring quality patient care, optimizing clinic operations, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic public health environment.

    Selection Process

    Examination Procedure:
    There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

    Application Procedure :
    Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

    To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

    If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
    San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

    ADA Accommodation:
    If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

    Veterans' Preference:
    Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF) .

    For more important details , review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

    Exempt Unit-Group C

    The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

    For a summary of benefits, please click here .

    Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

    Closing Date/Time: 6/27/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • San Bernardino County
    • San Bernardino County

    San Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.

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