Police Lieutenant - Full Time- Summit Behavioral Healthcare

State of Ohio • Cincinnati, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Police Lieutenant supervises and directs daily activities of police officers and other staff at Summit Behavioral Healthcare. The role oversees police operations and staffing, coaches employees, monitors performance and policy compliance, and assists with recruitment, selection, onboarding, and training. The lieutenant reviews incident and use-of-force reports and investigative documentation, monitors investigative follow-up, and ensures hospital administration is notified promptly about significant incidents. The position also promotes compliance with state laws, regulations, and hospital policies; identifies training needs; and coordinates training in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and behavioral health awareness.

This is a permanent, full-time hourly position at Summit Behavioral Healthcare, 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, Ohio. The normal schedule is 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., though hours may vary with operational needs. The position is classified and exempt from bargaining units. The selected candidate will generally begin at Step 1 of the applicable pay range schedule unless otherwise required by a union contract or Ohio Revised Code.

Requirements

• Possess a certificate showing successful completion of an approved basic peace officer training program, or have completed 20 years of active duty as a peace officer under Section 109.78(D) of the Ohio Revised Code.
• Have one course or three months of experience in supervisory principles or techniques.
• Have four months of experience as a Police Sergeant (class 26613), or eight months of experience as a law enforcement or security officer if the applicant did not obtain the peace officer certificate through 20 years of active police service.
• Have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and evaluate the daily activities of police officers and other staff personnel.
• Oversee daily police operations and ensure adequate staffing.
• Provide guidance and coaching, monitor employee performance, and ensure compliance with department policies.
• Assist with recruitment, selection, onboarding, and training.
• Review incident reports, use-of-force reports, and investigative documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor investigative follow-ups and ensure cases are handled appropriately.
• Ensure timely notification to hospital administration regarding significant incidents.
• Ensure departmental compliance with state laws, regulations, and hospital policies.
• Identify staff training needs and coordinate training.
• Promote training in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and behavioral health awareness.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS.
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed