Operations Manager - Dental Hygiene (E99984)
Job Title:
Operations Manager - Dental Hygiene (E99984)
Location:
Spokane
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Work Schedule Type:
Regular
Work Schedule:
40 hours per week, typically Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, and will require some evening and weekend work for events. The individual selected for this position will work on-site and actively contribute to a collaborative and collegial office.
Term of Appointment:
12 Months
Job Summary:
Eastern Washington University (EWU) invites applications for an Operations Manager to join the Department of Dental Hygiene in the College of Health Science and Public Health. This position plays a critical leadership role in supporting the daily operations of EWU's nationally recognized Dental Hygiene Program and teaching clinic. The Operations Manager reports to the Chair of the Dental Hygiene Department. This is a managerial position with responsibilities for staff supervision, budget and resources management. The salary for this position is $61,507 (minimum) up to $70.900. Applications are open and accepted until the posting is closed. Screening of applications will begin on October 21, 2026.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in management, business, or health sciences; 2+ years of dental experience, 3+ years of progressively responsible administrative experience. Must be self-directed, be able to work with minimum supervision and must be able to work both collaboratively and independently. Additionally, candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency and/or diversity.
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate degree in Health Sciences Administration Experience working in Higher Education
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Required documentation includes all of the items listed below. Attach a detailed Cover Letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required minimum qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. Attach a chronological Resume including work experience, education, and applicable certifications. Complete the Online Application form and respond to the online questions. References List - name, title, place of employment, address, phone number, email address, and relation to the applicant of at least 3 professional references. (Other Document #1). Mission Statement Response - EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities Office Management and Staff Supervision of the Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Department Programs (30%) Develop and implement office procedures, policies and systems Oversee billing for all clinic services Assist Department Chair and/or Program Director to hire, interview, select, supervise and train office staff. Assistant to the Department Chair and Dental Therapy Program Director (25%) Coordinate and supervise administrative tasks Initiate and complete special projects Budget Management (20%) Advise chair, program director and faculty in budget and resource planning. Forecast revenue and expenditures Personnel Procedure Management (15%) Direct supervisor for staff Coordinate procedures for searching and hiring in compliance with University policy Accreditation Data Management Systems (10%) Coordinate and manage accreditation process for the dental hygiene and dental therapy program including ongoing collection of data To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9898403 je-ed8c51c8d6d140b2bb090034c5e36af2