Police Officer - Full time

State of Ohio • Cincinnati, OH

7d • $10 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov).
• When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application.
• In addition, “see resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions.
• Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application.
• The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
• All final applicants tentatively selected for this classification will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments.

Nice To Haves

• The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
• Position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED