Police Officer - Full time

Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name-the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state.

What you'll do at DBH:

The Police Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment at Summit Behavioral Healthcare. This position provides protection for patients/clients, visitors, employees, and state property by patrolling the hospital campus, enforcing laws and facility regulations, responding to emergencies, and supporting the clinical and administrative teams in the overall mission of providing quality behavioral health care.

Key Responsibilities

Security & Patrol

• Patrols hospital grounds and buildings on foot and by vehicle to ensure safety and security.
• Checks property for open doors, windows, fires, hazards, or security breaches.
• Monitors traffic and parking areas, verifies parking permits, issues citations as necessary, and ensures efficient traffic flow.
• Prevents crime by enforcing state laws, hospital rules, and safety regulations.
• Checks identity of persons on premises and determines the nature of their business.

Emergency Response

• Responds to hospital codes, alarms, and emergency situations including evacuations, inclement weather, medical incidents, and security threats.
• Assists with disaster preparedness and response activities, including fire drills and hospital-wide safety initiatives.
• Testifies in court proceedings when required.

Investigations & Service Support

• Investigates complaints, disturbances, and potential criminal activity.
• Escorts and assists visitors, staff, and patients as needed.
• Supports clinical staff by assisting in the safe handling, restraint, transport, or supervision of patients when required.
• Provides routine assistance to staff and visitors (e.g., unlocking vehicles, assisting with mechanical issues, securing patient valuables).

Administrative Duties

• Maintains accurate logs, completes reports, and documents unusual incidents.
• Operates communication equipment, relays messages, and ensures timely information flow between staff.
• Assists with safety inspections, key control, and security-related audits.
• Stays current on law enforcement practices, hospital safety standards, and emergency procedures.

Other Duties

• Performs additional tasks as assigned to support the safety and mission of Summit Behavioral Healthcare

This is an hourly position and is in the Unit 2 Bargaining Unit, with a pay range of 10 on the Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule. Working hours are 1st Shift: 6am-2pm | 2nd Shift: 2pm-10pm| 3rd Shift: 10pm-6am. Assigned shift will depend on Unit 2 contract/current canvas. Days & Hours May Vary According to Operational Needs. This position is located within our Summit Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237

To view the Total Rewards Statement, click here.

In addition to compensation, you are eligible for other benefits offered to state of Ohio ("State") employees. The Total Rewards Statement is a sample for a full-time permanent employee and the actual total awards for an individual will depend on the employee's actual circumstances. The State reserves the right to cancel and/or change the value of the Total Rewards Statement and any benefits plan it offers to State employees at any time, subject to applicable law.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule

Position Qualifications:

• Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program
• Active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of Ohio revised code.
• Valid driver's license.

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.