Instructor, Dental Hygiene - Tenure Track - Spring 2027

College of Southern Nevada Founded in 1971 and situated in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area, the College of Southern Nevada is the most ethnically diverse college in Nevada and the first to receive the HSI designation. We’ve prioritized providing an affordable, collaborative, and welcoming environment that allows all students to shine. CSN is a fully accredited institution offering hundreds of degrees and certificates in 70 academic programs. CSN proudly hosts students from all 50 states and over 60 countries with a student population that mirrors Clark County Nevada, one of the most diverse counties in the US. More than one-third of our students are first-generation, half are Pell Grant eligible, and nearly three-fourths are part-time. The College of Southern Nevada, a Minority Serving Institution designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) provides associates and select bachelor’s degrees. Consistent with CSN’s mission, vision, and values we are passionate about fostering an environment where our highly diverse students achieve, succeed, and prosper. The college creates opportunities and enriches lives with inclusive learning and working environments that support diversity and student success. CSN’s mission ensures that the college serves the diverse educational needs of the communities and businesses within the southern Nevada service area. CSN is a growing and influential network that enables students, faculty, staff and alumni to advance personally, professionally and intellectually. Its vibrant network of people and programs creates lifelong benefits for all students. As the communities of southern Nevada continue to grow, CSN is committed to remain highly accessible to serve the diverse needs of an increasing population. Institutional Commitment to Diversity We seek faculty who demonstrate their commitment to our communities and value diverse perspectives. Faculty are intentional about providing culturally responsive instruction to promote creativity, innovation, growth, and academic excellence. We strive to uphold our mission, to create, and preserve an environment that is dedicated to achieving educational access, equitable resources, inviolable dignity, and opportunity for all to participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. We ensure that all our work and efforts are transformative and build a truly Students First institutional culture. We commit to the journey ahead, embrace difficult conversations, examine implicit biases, and remain steadfast in our continuous process of improvement. We do this by creating, uplifting, and centering all the voices and experiential knowledge of our students, employees, and campus communities. Why Live and Work in Southern Nevada? The region has an environment where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with optimal quality of life in a locale with abundant opportunities for work and leisure. Southern Nevada is an excellent base camp for outdoor recreation. Popular nearby hiking and rock-climbing spots include Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Red Rock Canyon, the National Conservation Area, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, and Valley of Fire State Park. Residents enjoy vibrant urban and suburban communities, within the cities of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson, world‑class restaurants, and beautiful parks. The region features a reasonable cost of living, with affordable prices on everything from housing to utilities to groceries compared to most major cities across the nation. Thanks to its mild winters and ample sunshine, the area appeals to a variety of age groups, from retirees to early career professionals. There are plenty of family‑friendly activities available to keep families busy. Las Vegas is also a haven for professional sports fans with the NHL Golden Knights (2023 Stanley Cup Winner), WNBA Las Vegas Aces (2022, 2023 and 2025 National Champions), NFL Raiders Football Team, Las Vegas Lights FC and the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Benefits of Working at CSN Grant‑in‑Aid: Tuition & fee assistance for employees and their families at NSHE institutions. Time Off: CSN provides a variety of time off options to help employees manage their work‑life balance. Holidays: All CSN employees receive 12 paid holidays per year. Benefits: CSN offers attractive and customizable health insurance plans for employee and dependents. Retirement Plan: Participants contribute 19.25% with 100% employer match. On‑site Early Childhood Education Center services available Learning & professional development opportunities. Active CSN Affinity Groups that focus on campus‑wide diversity initiatives to create a welcoming campus climate. Position Summary The Dental Hygiene Faculty member is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in the didactic, clinical setting, or laboratory within the Dental Hygiene Program. The faculty member supports student learning and success through effective teaching strategies, assessment of student performance, student mentoring/advising, and adherence to program, institutional, and accreditation standards. Core Responsibilities Provide didactic, clinical and/or lab instruction in the Dental Hygiene Bachelor program. Course assignments are at the discretion of the Program Director. Supports student learning and success through effective teaching strategies, assessment of student performance, student mentoring/advising, and adherence to program, institutional, and accreditation standards. Attend faculty development in‑services and program review which may include nights and weekends. Support the goals, missions, and core values of the dental hygiene program by building good relations through clear communication with the director, faculty, and students. Adhere to the academic schedule, including the final exam schedule. Maintain regular office hours per college policy. Serve on committees when elected or appointed. Job Duties Evaluate student competencies and ensure compliance with program standards and requirements. Supervise students during laboratory and clinical experiences to ensure safe and effective patient care. Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of the appropriate assigned subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the respective discipline. Effective communication strategies, verbal and written in dealing with students and other involved parties. Possess current and up‑to‑date clinical dental hygiene skills and current evidence‑based practices. Abilities Ability to work with diverse populations. Ability to engage students in the learning process. Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups. Physical Effort Ability to work in classroom and/or clinical/laboratory settings for extended periods. Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds but may require intermittent lifting of objects up to 40 pounds. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene or an Associate degree in Dental Hygiene with a related bachelor’s degree. The dental hygiene degree must be granted from a CODA Accredited Dental Hygiene Program. 3 years of full‑time (3 days a week or more) clinical dental hygiene experience. Current NV Dental Hygiene License and local anesthesia & nitrous license. Provide all vaccination/titers as required by the Dental Hygiene Program and/or healthcare facilities. Current CPR Certification. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Dental Hygiene, Public Health, or directly related field or currently enrolled in such degree. 4+ years of full‑time (3 days a week or more) clinical dental hygiene experience. 1 yr or greater Dental Hygiene or dental related teaching experience. Starting Salary Information Initial salary placement is based on educational level and total years of full‑time equivalent teaching experience. For example, for an instructor with a Master’s degree, the salary range would be $58,046 to $74,304 annually. The entire salary range is up to $89,166 annually with a Doctorate and 10 years’ experience. A maximum of 10 years of experience will be considered for initial salary placement purposes. *This position is contingent upon ongoing and available funding. The selected candidate may choose Tenure Track or Market Factor salary. Bargaining unit Faculty members hired are eligible for relocation expenses reimbursement in accordance with the College of Southern Nevada Faculty Contract CSN-NFA Contract 2022-25. Contract Information ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent 100.0% Equal Employment Opportunity CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. CSN’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Work Eligibility CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS. Mandatory Retirement Plan NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Application Deadline Posting Close Date: 08/24/2026 Additional Information Information pertaining to security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found on CSN's website. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)