Dental Assistant Faculty

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Working Title:
Dental Assistant Faculty
Institution:
Rochester Community and Technical College
Classification Title:
Tech College Faculty
Bargaining Unit / Union:
210: Minnesota State College Faculty
City:
Rochester
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
Job Description
Rochester Community and Technical College is accepting applications for an Unlimited, Full-time,
Dental Assistant Faculty. This position will become unlimited upon completion of the required
probationary period.
Duties Include:
• Participate in department and college curriculum development.
• Deliver classroom, lab, and clinical instruction.
• Conduct classroom assessment and evaluation activities.
• Participate in committee assignments and college-wide initiatives.
• Participate in department accreditation and review.
• Engage in professional development activities.
• Advocate on behalf of students, program and college.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement
• Bachelor degree and graduate of an accredited dental assisting program.
Occupational Experience Requirement
• Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a dental assistant.
Recency Requirement
• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of
application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has
two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the
credential field within the last five years.
Professional Requirement
• Dental Assistant certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
• Current Dental Assistant License from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.
Preferred Qualification
Experience in or demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and equity-focused working
and learning environment.
• Teaching experience at the community/technical college level or demonstrated commitment to
the mission, vision, and values of community and technical colleges.
• Evidence of active and experiential learning strategies.
• Experience in assessment of student learning that includes a variety of summative and formative
strategies.
• Evidence of active and continuous professional development.
• Exceptional team player who is willing to devote t
Other Requirements
Expectations of Faculty
A faculty member’s work assignment includes a number of diverse professional responsibilities. Classroom teaching and other contacts with students form the core of the faculty work assignment. Additionally, professional development and service to the college are the other core components of a faculty member’s work assignment. A faculty member will plan to engage in such activities as: student advising, course evaluation, classroom preparation, the evaluation of student performance, committee assignments, classroom research and community service as part of overall work assignment.
Salary
Salary is dependent on education and experience, in accordance with the Minnesota State College Faculty [MSCF] bargaining agreement (available on the Minnesota State website or by clicking here). The range for this position is $43,067 - $98,660. Official transcripts and job verification required upon hire. The position also includes excellent fringe benefits.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Exempt - typical work week Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Telework (Yes/No)
At RCTC, occasional and situational telework is welcomed for some roles. Our aim is to ensure that the needs of our students, employees, and the College are consistently met. This position is based at RCTC in Rochester, Minnesota, where relationships and the needs of our employees matter.
Application Procedures
Applications will ONLY be accepted through the online application process. No paper applications will be considered. Please attach a resume and a cover letter. Official Transcripts and Certifications will be required if hired.
Interviews
The college will schedule interviews after initial screening of applications. Initial screening will begin on 11/02/2026.
About
Established in 1915, RCTC is the largest higher education provider in the fastest-growing city in Minnesota, serving more than 7,500 students a year in credit courses and nearly 4,000 in non-credit continuing and workforce education programs. RCTC combines the best in liberal arts, technical, and life- long learning with more than 70 credit-based programs and over 100 credential options. RCTC’s expansive 518-acre campus includes university partnerships, a diverse student body, and a vibrant student life program. RCTC provides a unique learning environment that offers the feel of a four-year university campus with the commitment to access and opportunity of a two-year college.
RCTC is a member of Minnesota State—a higher education system that includes 24 two-year community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving more than 430,000 students. It is the fifth- largest higher education system of its kind in the United States.
NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Rochester Community and Technical College acts affirmatively in aggressively soliciting applications and hiring members of protected groups, including women, minorities, and disabled persons. We apply equal opportunity in our hiring process and provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Persons in protected classes are encouraged to apply. Please assist us in this affirmative action endeavor by encouraging all qualified candidates to apply for vacancies at our institution.
It is Rochester Community and Technical College policy to ensure that the selection process for this position is accessible to all candidates. Please contact the Human Resources Office (507) 285-7183 or 285-7125, to obtain these materials in an alternate media and/or to request reasonable accommodation during the selection process.
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a personal, rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Other Information
Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.
The safety of all members of the Rochester Community and Technical College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Security Report are available at our Campus Safety webpage.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, empl