Working Title: Assistant Director: Licensing & Credentialing

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Supervisor

Agency: Dentistry Board

- Job ID: 96888
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes/hybrid
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 09/11/2026
- Closing Date: 09/24/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Dentistry Board / Dentistry Board-MMA
- Division/Unit: Board of Dentistry
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $27.72 - $40.23 / hourly; $57,879 - $84,000 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Acting under administrative direction of the Executive Director, the Assistant Director position is recognized as the departmental lead in licensing and professional development. This position coordinates initial and continuing licensure functions serving over 18,000 regulated dental professionals and supervises staff performing evaluation, administration and implementation of licensing, professional development and administrative processes for the agency. The responsibilities include analyzing, developing and operationalizing procedural changes in response to legislation and rule changes that have internal department and state-wide implications.

This incumbent is a key member of the Board's leadership team and is charged with ensuring the protection of the public.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework agreement, onsite attendance will be required for team members or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy for details.

Minimum Qualifications To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

- Two years of experience in the following: working with administrative processes, legal documentation and procedures, or regulatory policies and procedures. A bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience as described. An associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience as described.
- Demonstrated leadership experience may include any of the following:
- Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, OR project lead*
- Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI)
- Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership development program through another organization

- Experience managing conflict effectively and holding difficult conversations.




- Communication skills to write correspondence and reports accurately and comprehensibly and communicate effectively with vast clientele.
- Leadership skills sufficient to lead a team to meet the organization's expectations for productivity, quality, or goal accomplishment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including experience utilizing or maintaining databases.
- Strong analytical and problem resolution skills.
- A project lead provides leadership, guidance, and advanced specialized technical expertise for a team doing evaluation, development, design, testing, and/or implementation in a project environment. Projects are efforts with defined phases where a combination of organizational resources including a pre-determined budget are pulled together toward a specified objective. These efforts are usually discontinued once the project is completed.

Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree or higher.
- Supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
- Project management, change management, quality assurance or process improvement experience, where skills were applied to develop and maintain administrative policies and procedures in a regulated setting.
- Experience developing and presenting clearly written management reports, summaries, charts, or analyses.
- Experience providing or presenting complex educational content to individuals and groups in an understandable way.
- Experience working with diverse individuals in a quick-paced, hybrid team environment.
- Participation in professional organizations or experience with public boards.

Additional Requirements Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

How To Apply

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Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Nella Austin at [email protected].

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Nella Austin at [email protected].

About Dentistry Board The Minnesota Board of Dentistry is the independent State agency charged with protecting public health and safety regarding dental services provided in the State. The Board’s mission is “to promote and protect public health and safety; and ensure that every licensed dental professional practicing in the state meets the requirements for safe, competent and ethical practice.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities




- Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

- Training, classes, and career development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at (phone hidden) or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.

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