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State of Illinois
Centralia, Illinois

DENTIST II

DentistIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$117k-$174k

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Job

  • Requisition ID: 57081 Opening Date: 11/04/2026Closing Date: 11/18/2026Agency: Department of Human ServicesClass Title: DENTIST II - 11752 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Salary: $9,731-$14,485/month ($116,772-$173,820/year) prorated for part time
  • Job Type: Salaried
  • Category: Part Time Number of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators, Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators, and Physicians AFSCMEMerit Comp Code: Work
  • Hours: Part time, see below:

Tuesdays: 8:30 a. m. - 4:00 p. m. Wednesdays & Fridays 8:30 a. m. - 3:30 p. m. Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in officeHeadquarter Location: 1535 W Mccord St, Centralia, Illinois, 62801

Work County: ClintonAgency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application.

Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. 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 descriptionAbout the Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois.

Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity. 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)

Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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: cms.illinois.gov

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Application Instructions

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at Application Procedures or by logging in to the career portal for State employees and viewing the instructions on Completing the Electronic Application.

Non-State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at Application Procedures or from Illinois.jobs2web.com – click Application Resources in the footer of every page of the website.

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of the posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in via the Employee Login link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to their career portal.

Non-State employees should click the Sign Up link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to an existing external account or to create a new external account.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

Key Responsibilities

The Dentist II will plan, develop, and coordinate dental care and treatment programs at the Murray Developmental Center. They will also supervise dental personnel, provide direct dental services, and consult with medical staff regarding patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited college of dentistry and hold a valid license to practice dentistry and oral surgery in Illinois. A minimum of two years of professional experience in the practice of dentistry is required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningClinical SupervisionPatient DiagnosisDental Equipment MaintenanceHealth EducationMedical ConsultationRecord Keeping

Dentistry Career Context

State of Illinois holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 40 active listings.

Of the 49 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 39% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Dentist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$117k–$174kDentist median $270k (middle half $200k–$295k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$146k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dentist listings in Illinois177 active5,625 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 39% no call · 80% no weekends49 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentIllinois healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 7% offer loan repayment177 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dentistry listings213 in the last 30 days209 the 30 days before (about the same)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
State of Illinoissilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index40 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 16 employers
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1
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1
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Visa sponsorship
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.9
Better work-life than 30% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends
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About State of Illinois

Individual and Family Services
Springfield, Illinois
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick days annually (carry over)
10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually
13 Paid Holidays annually (14 on even numbered years)
Flexible Work Schedules (when available)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Living in Centralia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$145k≈ 1.2× annual pay
Median resident rent
$765/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.1
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · St. Louis, MO-IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.