Director, Dental Hygiene Program

Director, Dental Hygiene Program

Reporting to the Dean of the School of Health Science and Wellness, you provide leadership and direction for FRCC's accredited Dental Hygiene (DEH) program, guiding its continued growth. You work closely with faculty, staff, and community partners to deliver a high-quality, student-centered program aligned with CoDA standards and the college's strategic priorities.

This is a unique opportunity to lead an established, high-demand program. You'll build on an existing foundation, strengthening curriculum, supporting faculty, and students while helping shape the program's next phase of growth and impact.

You are focused on student retention and success and energized by creating equitable pathways for students into meaningful, in-demand careers. You build collaborative relationships, use data to guide decisions, and foster an environment where students and colleagues feel supported and empowered. You stay current with trends in dental hygiene education and bring a mindset of continuous improvement, innovation, and care.

This position is based out of the Larimer Campus and requires a strong on-campus presence. The position may have the opportunity to work remotely occasionally and will occasionally need to travel to all three FRCC campuses.

Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.

SALARY: $104,000 - $109,200 annually

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position. When determining the starting salary for a new employee, FRCC takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate's education, training and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position, as well as the position's scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value.

BENEFITS: For information about benefits, please view APT & Faculty Benefits.

SELECTION PROCESS: Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of May 18, 2026. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.

The selection process for the Director of Dental Hygiene will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be based on the completed application package submitted by the candidate. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically address how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.