Dental Hygienist 2 - Snoqualmie

Salary: $32.56 - $43.80 Hourly
Location : King County - Snoqualmie, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2026-00013
Department: Dept of Children, Youth, and Families
Division: Juvenile Rehabilitation: Echo Glen
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step


Description
Our vision is to ensure that "All Washington's children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community".
Job Class: Dental Hygienist 2
Location: Snoqualmie, WA
Closes: Open until filled
Salary: $32.56 -$43.80 hourly - The salary does not include an additional 5% premium pay for employees working in King County or an on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium. The salary also does not include the 2% general wage increase effective July 1, 2026.
Schedule: Part Time Permanent, 24 hours per week, days/hours are flexible.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is accepting applications for a Dental Hygienist 2 to provide dental health services to system-involved youth atEcho Glen Children's Center. The Dental Clinic boasts three chairs, a kind and patient dentist, and autonomy to provide high-quality dental care. Echo Glen Dental Hygienists enjoy rewarding work with underserved youth.
The Opportunity:
As an expanded duties hygienist, you will provide dental treatment services for younger male and female offenders, and also perform the duties of a dental assistant. As the only full-time job in the dental clinic, the Dental Hygienist is also responsible for the day-to-day operations. Our ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and technical skills. If you are looking for an opportunity to join an organization with a supportive, inclusive culture, apply today!

Some of what you will do:

• Record health histories.
• Take digital x-rays and dental photos.
• Complete intraoral inspections, including supra and subgingival scaling and root planning.
• Apply topical fluorides and fluoride varnish.
• Apply and adjust fissure sealants.
• Triage Resident emergency and Urgent care through consultation with the Dentist or other contracted dental specialists.
• Provide patient education in oral hygiene, diet for dental health, and disease prevention to individual Residents and campus-wide.
• Schedule and coordinate all off-campus consultations and dental appointments
• Schedule dental equipment repair services.
• Support the flow and maintenance of dental records.

Some of what you can do with additional certification:

• Administer local anesthetics.
• Place and remove rubber dams.
• Condense and carve amalgams.
• Polish amalgams.
• Place and remove temporary crowns and restorations.
• Place and polish composite restorations.

What we are looking for:
A valid Washington State Dental Hygienist license.
AND
Two years of experience as a Dental Hygienist.

AND

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:
Possess expertise in providing services to urban youth and an understanding of juvenile offender behavior.

How do I apply?
Complete your applicant profile and attach a current resume detailing experience and education.
Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) was created to be a comprehensive agency exclusively dedicated to the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children, youth, and families regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other socioeconomic factors. We believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve and are actively searching for candidates that reflect that diversity.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
Applicants selected for an interview are required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but is considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.
This position requires a minimum of at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver's license.
This position is in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information:
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.


Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.


Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.


Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.


Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026
01


Do you have a valid Washington State Dental Hygienist license, and two years of experience as a Dental Hygienist?

• Yes
• No

02


Please briefly describe below where you gained the above experience. Your response should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If no experience, write "none".
03


Do you have at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04


Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• Yes
• No

05


Do you have a valid unrestricted (other than corrective lenses) driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06


How did you hear about this job opportunity?

• WorkSource Center or Website (WorkSourceWA.com)
• Washington State Employee Referral
• DCYF Employee Referral
• DCYF Jobs Page
• Monster
• College/university career fair or website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• VERG
• Advertisement
• CareerBuilder
• Diversity Jobs
• Handshake
• Other

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