School & Community Oral Health Program Supervisor

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

2d • $85,774 - $131,454

About The Position

THIS WORK MATTERS! Are you a visionary leader with a passion for public health and a knack for turning strategy into action? Do you believe that every child deserves a healthy smile and a head start on wellness? If so, we want YOU to lead our dynamic team! We are looking for a high-energy, strategic, and compassionate Program Supervisor to spearhead our School & Community Oral Health Program . This isn’t just a management role, it’s an opportunity to shape the future of community dental care and make a tangible impact on the lives of families across our region. You won’t just be sitting behind a desk. You’ll be the heartbeat of a program that brings essential dental services directly to where they are needed most; schools, community events, and our signature "Baby Day" programs. You’ll work closely with Dental Leadership to innovate, grow, and elevate our mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business management, or related field. (In lieu of a degree, we will consider relevant education and experience)
• 3 years of experience in healthcare operations management, with a strong understanding of financial management, supervision, and quality improvement.
• Must have a valid drivers license upon hire.
• The ability to pass a background check which includes being fingerprinted with the Portland Public Schools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an FQHC Environment
• Experience leading and supervising teams
• Experience with School Based programs
• Proven track record of effective leadership and team management
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to foster a culture of inclusion and collaboration
• Experience in a dental office setting

Responsibilities

• Directing the program’s long-term vision and daily operations by developing goals, managing staff assignments, and crafting policies that adapt to the evolving landscape of school-based clinical services.
• Ensure excellence through data reporting and best-practice implementation while serving as a liaison for public, client, and inter-departmental inquiries.
• Cultivate and maintain vital relationships with school districts, clinical leadership, and Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs) to advocate for department interests and manage essential service contracts.
• Drive strategic planning and cross-departmental initiatives while serving as a primary program representative for media requests, community stakeholders, and dental student rotations.
• Facilitate continuous quality improvement environment by developing program dashboards, audits, and annual reports to track outcomes and ensure high-standard service delivery.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to monitor schedules and maximize productivity for "Baby Day" and school-based hygiene services, proactively resolving barriers to patient access and staying ahead of industry trends.
• Lead the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management while fostering professional growth and overseeing staff schedules and time entry.
• Manage the program budget and expenditures while ensuring financial accuracy through expert knowledge of dental billing codes and the resolution of reimbursement discrepancies.

Benefits

• Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees