What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Director (Deputy Director 4 PN 20098798) position at Ohio Department of Health?
What You'll Do
Supporting Ohio Department of Health & Ohio Department of Medicaid, the Dental Director provides statewide leadership for oral health policy, programs, and strategy. This role advises agency leadership, ensures evidence‑based dental public health practices, and strengthens access to oral health services across Ohio.
Strategic Leadership & Policy Development
Must have licensure to practice dentistry in Ohio as issued by Ohio State Dental Board pursuant to Section 4715 of OAC AND three years’ experience as a licensed dentist, or three years' experience in State Government overseeing a state program.
Technical Skills: Dental/Oral Health, Executive Leadership, Program Management
Professional Skills: Decision Making, Establishing Relationships, Strategic Thinking
Agency Contact Name and Information
HR will contact you if selected for an interview.
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Health Department Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00AM to 5:00PM - Monday to Friday
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Technical Skills
Executive Leadership, Program Management, Dental/Oral Health
Agency Overview
Dental Director
About Us
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
This position falls within the unclassified civil service status. Employees in the unclassified civil service of the state of Ohio serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be removed from their unclassified position at any time for any legal reason.
Supporting Ohio Department of Health & Ohio Department of Medicaid, the Dental Director provides statewide leadership for oral health policy, programs, and strategy. This role advises agency leadership, ensures evidence‑based dental public health practices, and strengthens access to oral health services across Ohio.
Strategic Leadership & Policy Development
- Advise agency leadership on oral health strategy, mission, and long‑term direction.
- Assist in defining agency goals, objectives, and oral health priorities.
- Formulate statewide oral health policies and oversee their implementation.
- Communicate ODH’s position on oral health legislation and develop official statements or recommendations.
- Provide expert consultation to the ODH Medical Director’s Office to ensure evidence‑based dental public health practices.
- Develop standards of care for oral health programs and manage training, dissemination, and compliance monitoring.
- Oversee the state’s oral health surveillance system, analyzing data, trends, and research related to dental care delivery, workforce, epidemiology, and reimbursement.
- Integrate oral health practices into related ODH programs (e.g., Chronic Disease, Tobacco, HIV/Ryan White, Immunization, Preparedness).
- Work with local, state, and federal agencies; community-based programs; professional dental/public health organizations; and dental schools to advance oral health across the lifespan.
- Collaborate with dentists and strategic partners to expand dental care access for uninsured individuals.
- Seek state and national funding opportunities to support oral health initiatives.
- Represent the agency at state and national meetings and conferences.
- Serve on interagency task forces and committees (e.g., Ohio Dental Association, Ohio State Dental Board).
- Deliver speeches and presentations to professional groups, constituents, the media, and the public.
- 246 N. High St., Columbus, OH
- 50 W. Town St., Columbus, OH
Must have licensure to practice dentistry in Ohio as issued by Ohio State Dental Board pursuant to Section 4715 of OAC AND three years’ experience as a licensed dentist, or three years' experience in State Government overseeing a state program.
Technical Skills: Dental/Oral Health, Executive Leadership, Program Management
Professional Skills: Decision Making, Establishing Relationships, Strategic Thinking
Agency Contact Name and Information
HR will contact you if selected for an interview.
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Health Department Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00AM to 5:00PM - Monday to Friday
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Technical Skills
Executive Leadership, Program Management, Dental/Oral Health
Agency Overview
Dental Director
About Us
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
This position falls within the unclassified civil service status. Employees in the unclassified civil service of the state of Ohio serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be removed from their unclassified position at any time for any legal reason.