Dental Hygienist

Working Title: Dental Hygienist

Job Class: Dental Hygienist

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID : 91278

• Location : Moose Lake

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Flexible - can work with 32 hours to 40 hours a week

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 06/19/2026

• Closing Date : 08/06/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment

• Division/Unit : MSOP Clinical/Medical / MSOP ML Health Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift - 7am - 5pm (varies)

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $33.86 - $44.93 / hourly;

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area :Moose Lake, MN

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position will work on-site at our Minnesota Sex Offender Program, Dental Clinic - Moose Lake, MN facility

This position can be flexible – either part-time or full-time – 32 - 40 hours a week and having, Saturday and Sunday off

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic individual for our Minnesota Sex Offender Program. The Moose Lake Dental team has an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Dental Hygienist! Our clinic provides patient-centered dental care to individuals that are civilly committed sex offenders. This position will provide maximum oral hygiene to the clients of the Direct Care and Treatment Dental Clinic.

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform all services permitted by the state Board of Dentistry so that maximum oral hygiene may be maintained for the clients of State Operated Services Dental Clinics.

• Design and implement a preventive dentistry program, in consultation with the dentist, so that optimal levels of all clients’ oral hygiene can be maintained.

• Ensure that infection control policies and procedures will be followed to maintain a safe environment for staff and clients.

• Assist with clinic duties so that client services and clinic communications and operations run effectively and efficiently.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) provides comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of civilly committed sexual offenders. MSOP is a residential treatment facility for clients who have been court-ordered to receive ongoing treatment in a secure setting, offender treatment via the civil commitment process. Program staff provide comprehensive services including therapy, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming and volunteer services, health and wellness to clients in a therapeutic environment where safety and security are at the forefront of all campus activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Registration with the Minnesota Board of Dentistry as a Dental Hygienist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

• Experience working with Dentrix and taking digital radiographs.

• Experience with tele dentistry.

• Patient-centered and willing to adapt to the needs of the clients.

• Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION -¿Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. (If applicable add education information)

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.