Dental Assistant - Milwaukee Youth Facility

State of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Department of Corrections is recruiting a part-time Dental Assistant for the Milwaukee Youth Facility in Milwaukee, WI. This role provides chairside dental assistance and office management in the facility clinic, adapting to the dentist’s methods and staying current on materials and procedures.

The position is not eligible for remote work, with a pay rate of $20.94/hour and a comprehensive benefits package. A probationary period applies.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform dental assistant procedures including chairside assistance and expanded functions.
• Experience with filing and PC-based tasks (communication, report prep, inventory control).

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside dental assistance and support office management in the facility clinic.
• Coordinate multiple activities to ensure efficient dental office operation.
• Adapt to the dentist's preferred methods and stay current on dental assisting materials and procedures.

Skills

Dental assisting

Chairside

Infection control

Dental materials

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill a part time Dental Assistant, located at the Milwaukee Youth Facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant provides chairside dental assistance and office management services in the facility dental clinic. This position involves a wide range of responsibilities and the ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously in order to ensure efficient dental office operation. The incumbent in this position should be able to adjust to the dentist's preferred methods of operation and keep current on dental assisting, dental materials, and office procedures

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 06-11 with a starting pay rate of $20.94/hour, plus excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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Job Details

This position is not eligible for remote work.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

The anticipated schedule will be either 7 AM - 3:30 PM three days per week or 7 AM - 7:30 PM two days per week.

Qualifications

Applicants will be asked about their:

• Ability to perform dental assistant procedures including chairside assistance and expanded functions such as assisting for restorative, endodontic, prosthetic and oral surgical procedures.
• Experience performing filing and using a personal computer for tasks such as: general communication and correspondence, report preparation, and inventory control.

Have Knowledge In Areas Such As

• Infection control practices, sterilization techniques and aseptic procedures.
• Dental laboratory & radiology procedures, including safety precautions.
• Dental nomenclature and names of dental instruments and equipment.
• Dental materials, their use, and storage procedures.
• First Aid Procedures
• Ethical standards of dental practice.

Special Requirement:

Must maintain certification in BLS by the American Heart Association and training in the use of the AED and have the ability to perform BLS and/or first aid to prevent loss of life and relieve suffering until appropriate care arrives.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Questions can be directed to Katie Benson, HR Supervisor, at [e-mail] or 608-577-5668.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on September 27, 2026.

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