Opening Date: 01/14/2026
Closing Date: 01/28/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: DENTIST II - 11752 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,402 - $13,995 per month ($112,824 - $167,940 per year) prorated for part time
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Part Time 
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators, Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators, and Physicians AFSCME

Work Hours: See below:

Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wednesdays & Fridays 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Headquarter Location: 1535 W McCord St, Centralia, Illinois, 62801

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Murray Development Center

Dental Services

Work County: Clinton

To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/52692/

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dentist 2 for the Murray Developmental Center located in Centralia, Illinois to plan, develop and coordinate the dental care and treatment program. Studies and improves standards of dental care by selection and supervision of dental treatment personnel and by planning and developing the state facility dental health and treatment program; performs dental services.

Essential Functions

• Plans, develops, and coordinates the dental care and treatment program at the Murray Development Center. 
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Confers and consults with supervisory personnel, medical and nursing services regarding dental care and treatment of the individuals. 
• Plans and coordinates the dental health educational program and instructs subordinates in oral hygiene and methods of preventing the spread of oral diseases.
• Completes and reviews requisitions for dental equipment, supplies, drugs, and other items pertaining to the Dental Department.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an accredited college of dentistry.
• Requires a valid license to practice dentistry and oral surgery in Illinois.
• Requires two (2) years of experience in the practice of dentistry

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of professional experience performing dental and routine oral surgical services.
• One (1) year of professional experience examining, treating, and providing complete dental care.
• One (1) year of professional experience preparing charts and diagnosing individuals.
• One (1) year of professional experience operating and maintaining dental equipment.
• One (1) year of professional experience conducting training on proper dental hygiene.
• One (1) year of professional experience communicating both orally and in writing.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. 

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
   *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans

• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx