Mountain Empire Community Coll
Dental Assistant Adjunct
Mountain Empire Community Coll, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title Dental Assistant Adjunct
Role Title Dental Assistant Adjunct Faculty
Role Code 01011
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band
Position Number 299A0995
Agency Mountain Empire Community Coll
Division Mountain Empire Community Coll (Div)
Work Location Wise - 195
Hiring Range Based on education and experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work Schedule
Varied based on need.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
Mountain Empire Community College invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach Dental Assisting. We are seeking applicants available for on-campus, online, and clinical instruction for daytime and/or evenings and/or weekends. Salary is based on the academic preparation and work experience of the applicant and is determined according to the VCCS Adjunct Pay Schedule. For further information, please contact the Dean or Dental Assisting Faculty at 276-523-2400, or jmullins@mecc.edu and ebowen@mecc.edu.
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom/virtual/clinical environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
KSAs and Competencies Required for Success in the Position: Has a thorough understanding of the varied backgrounds and experiences of student populations and the ability to create a sense of belonging, support, and engagement that considers and values all students in curriculum development and teaching. Understands and has a belief in the comprehensive mission of community colleges. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders important to the college. Knowledge of and ability to integrate technology in the classroom and via distance delivery modes. Proficient in oral and written communication. Minimum Required Qualifications:
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) designation OR eligibility to obtain CDA through RDH/occupational experience. Satisfactory clinical experience in Dental Assisting. Ability to work flexible hours, including day and evening hours. Additional Considerations
Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in any field. DA-II or Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) certifications (Virginia Board of Dentistry). Teaching experience in college-level courses. Strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
None
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_2359P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 0-10
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 03/21/2025
Job Close Date 12/31/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website www.mecc.edu
Contact Name Emily Bowen
Email ebowen@mecc.edu
Phone Number 276-523-9008
Special Instructions to Applicants
apply at https://jobs.vccs.edu/
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/83581
Posting Summary
Working Title Dental Assistant Adjunct
Role Title Dental Assistant Adjunct Faculty
Role Code 01011
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band
Position Number 299A0995
Agency Mountain Empire Community Coll
Division Mountain Empire Community Coll (Div)
Work Location Wise - 195
Hiring Range Based on education and experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work Schedule
Varied based on need.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
Mountain Empire Community College invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach Dental Assisting. We are seeking applicants available for on-campus, online, and clinical instruction for daytime and/or evenings and/or weekends. Salary is based on the academic preparation and work experience of the applicant and is determined according to the VCCS Adjunct Pay Schedule. For further information, please contact the Dean or Dental Assisting Faculty at 276-523-2400, or jmullins@mecc.edu and ebowen@mecc.edu.
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom/virtual/clinical environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
KSAs and Competencies Required for Success in the Position: Has a thorough understanding of the varied backgrounds and experiences of student populations and the ability to create a sense of belonging, support, and engagement that considers and values all students in curriculum development and teaching. Understands and has a belief in the comprehensive mission of community colleges. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders important to the college. Knowledge of and ability to integrate technology in the classroom and via distance delivery modes. Proficient in oral and written communication. Minimum Required Qualifications:
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) designation OR eligibility to obtain CDA through RDH/occupational experience. Satisfactory clinical experience in Dental Assisting. Ability to work flexible hours, including day and evening hours. Additional Considerations
Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in any field. DA-II or Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) certifications (Virginia Board of Dentistry). Teaching experience in college-level courses. Strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
None
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_2359P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 0-10
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 03/21/2025
Job Close Date 12/31/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website www.mecc.edu
Contact Name Emily Bowen
Email ebowen@mecc.edu
Phone Number 276-523-9008
Special Instructions to Applicants
apply at https://jobs.vccs.edu/
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/83581