Supervisory Dentist

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Education: Applicants must have a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from a school approved by the American Dental Association (ADA) or the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

01Licensure

Applicants must have passed the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDE) which are developed and administered by the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE) and possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

02Experience

In addition to meeting the above education and licensure requirements, applicants must have one or more full years of experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing professional dentistry work for GS-12 level and above assignments. Qualifying experience involves the evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and disorders of the oral cavity and maxillofacial area.

Examples of dentistry experience may include the removal of decay; filling cavities; straightening, extracting, and repairing teeth; treating gum diseases; performing corrective surgery; making measurements/models for dentures to replace missing teeth, administering anesthetics, writing prescriptions; and performing other requirements of the position.

Some dentists specialize in an area, such as, but not limited to, the following: Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Dental Public Health. For the above specialty areas, experience, education, board certification, and/or training must clearly establish the applicant's status as a specialist.

Agencies should review the applicant's experience to determine the types and difficulty of the cases dealt with, the level of knowledge and understanding of the specialization regularly required, the extent of diagnostic skills and treatment planning ability involved, and the pertinent graduate study acquired. Medical Requirements Applicants must be able to distinguish shades of color.

Additional Requirements for the GS-12 (or equivalent) Grade Level In addition to the above Basic Requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) level, Applicants must complete a 2-year residency program in dentistry, oral health, craniofacial sciences, or a related medical science; or Equivalent experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, and/or training.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Qualifying experience involves the evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and disorders of the oral cavity and maxillofacial area.

Examples of Dentistry experience may include the removal of decay; Filling cavities; Straightening, extracting, and repairing teeth, treating gum diseases; Performing corrective surgery; Making measurements/models for dentures to replace missing teeth, administering anesthetics, writing prescriptions; Administer treatment greater than usual difficulty, deal with cases presenting patient behavior and communication problems; Supervise a dental program, which includes managing the budget and staff.

Prepare schedules for completion of work. Develop training needs of employees. Develop performance standards and complete performance evaluations. Supervisory Abilities: This is a supervisory position and candidates, in addition to the professional qualifications listed, must have demonstrated in their work experience or training, that they possess, or have potential to develop, the qualities of successful supervision, as required for this position.

Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements by the respective cutoff day of rating to be eligible for consideration. The first cutoff date will be November 20, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST.

Future cutoff dates will be each Friday thereafter at 11:59 pm EST until the closing date. Your application will remain active for 90 days from the submission of application.

Major Duties: Serves as Supervisory Dentist for the Dental Program, providing administrative oversight, clinical leadership, and direction for dental services within the Service Unit. Supervises assigned dental staff, including assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, approving leave, identifying training needs, and participating in recruitment and personnel actions.

Provides a full range of dental services for pediatric and adult patients, including examinations, diagnosis, restorative dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, periodontal procedures, and emergency dental care. Performs both routine and complex dental procedures consistent with clinical privileges. Manages patient care activities, including clinic scheduling, referrals, consultations, and coordination of Purchased/Referred Care services.

Ensures compliance with Indian Health Service policies, accreditation standards, infection control requirements, and quality improvement activities. Provides oral health education and preventive services to patients, families, and the community.