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The Network Development Specialist is a key member of the enterprise Network Development team, responsible for building and maintaining strong, stable provider networks nationwide. This role supports critical provider recruitment initiatives and fosters collaborative relationships with providers, Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), and internal business partners across the enterprise.
Responsibilities- Develop and strengthen partnerships between providers and the organization to support a robust and sustainable provider network.
- Manage all recruitment projects and resources within the assigned territory.
- Plan and execute daily recruitment activities using a strategic, results-driven approach.
- Evaluate and assess the cost-effectiveness of contracting with specific providers, as needed.
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of recruitment activities, cases, and provider interactions.
- Track, monitor, and report recruitment progress to ensure transparency and alignment with organizational goals.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in dental or medical network development or provider recruiting; high school diploma or equivalent required.
- Reside in Texas or New Mexico. Preferably within 50 miles of El Paso, TX. We will consider other cities within Texas and New Mexico. The role requires the ability to travel by car or air, including occasional overnight stays, though travel is currently minimal.
- Strong sales, negotiation, relationship-building, and customer service skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including networking, problem-solving, conflict management, and presentation.
- Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated consultative approach, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Knowledge of Current Dental Terminology (CDT) codes and dental nomenclature.
- Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Base Pay Information
The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 18. $56,900 - $119,200
- Competitive base and incentive pay
- 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
- Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
- Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
Skills Required
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in dental or medical network development or provider recruiting
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong sales, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Knowledge of Current Dental Terminology (CDT) codes
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
Delta Dental Insurance Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Delta Dental Insurance Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Delta Dental Insurance Company.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout element, including a sizable automatic 401(k) contribution plus additional matching. This boosts overall total-rewards value even when base pay is viewed as only mid-market in some areas.
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Affordable Benefits — Core coverage is framed as unusually low-cost to employees, including fully employer-paid dental and vision and low employee contribution medical options. This creates meaningful take-home value beyond cash compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as generous, including broad PTO/holidays and additional paid leave features such as parental leave. These policies increase perceived rewards and help balance workload demands.
Delta Dental Insurance Company Insights
What We Do
At Delta Dental, we’re behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we’ve served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care – but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections, and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all. We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment. Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental of New York, Inc., Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and Delta Dental Insurance Company are members, or affiliates of members, of the Delta Dental Plans Association, a network of 39 Delta Dental companies throughout the country. Together with our affiliate companies, form one of the nation’s largest dental benefits delivery systems, covering over 31 million enrollees. Headquartered in San Francisco, we are members of the Delta Dental Plans Association, a network of companies that provides dental coverage to 80 million people. Delta Dental provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Delta Dental complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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