Dental Assisting Program Director — CODA-Accredited Leader

Pima Community College; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima Community College in Tucson, AZ, invites applications for the Dental Assisting Academic Faculty Director. This full-time role combines teaching, leadership, and administration to guide the accredited one-year certificate program.

The position emphasizes CODA compliance, curriculum oversight, budget management, and collaboration with health programs at the Center of Excellence. Teaching may occur in person, online, hybrid, or web-enhanced formats.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least one active credential: CDA or licensed dentist in AZ.
• Must have 2 years’ experience as a dental assistant with four-handed dentistry.
• Must have a baccalaureate degree or higher.
• CPR-BLS certification through AHA.

Responsibilities

• Lead program budget and ensure strategic resource allocation.
• Direct curriculum development, evaluation, and coordination to maintain standards.
• Oversee scheduling and facilities, labs, and equipment.
• Ensure CODA accreditation compliance with documentation.
• Set admission criteria and enrollment procedures.
• Teach across modalities (in-person, online, hybrid).

Skills

Teaching across modalities

Curriculum development

Budget management

CODA compliance

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

CPR-BLS certification

Tools

D2L

Job description

Pima Community College in Tucson, AZ, invites applications for the Dental Assisting Academic Faculty Director. This full-time role combines teaching, leadership, and administration to guide the accredited one-year certificate program.

The position emphasizes CODA compliance, curriculum oversight, budget management, and collaboration with health programs at the Center of Excellence. Teaching may occur in person, online, hybrid, or web-enhanced formats.