Ohio Department of Behavioral Health
Police Officer - Full time
Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Assist higher level police officers in patrolling grounds/buildings, protect lives of patients, employees & visitors.
Enforce Ohio Revised Code, Administrative Rules & Hospital Policies.
Assists officers & performs security & special service functions, provide assistance to Nursing Service Department, respond to psychiatric, medical & emergency calls.
Assist in conducting investigations under the direction of the Police Lieutenant.
Assist other officers in arresting criminal violators, accept & deliver subpoenas from any court of competent jurisdiction.
Perform routine administrative duties related to police work.
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: 7:00am-3:00pm | 2nd Shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm | 3rd Shift: 11:00pm-7:00am. 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 .
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 listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Additional Salary / Appointment Information Summit Behavioral Healthcare (SBH) offers Police Officers a
$1.25 shift differential pay
for 2nd and 3rd shift full time, permanent employees.
Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs.
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.
Organization Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information anshita.munshani@dbh.ohio.gov
Unposting Date Feb 1, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation $26.25 - $33.22/hr
Schedule Full-time
Work Hours See Description Below
Classified Indicator Classified
Union Unit 2
Primary Job Skill Law Enforcement
Technical Skills Communications, Investigation, Law Enforcement
Professional Skills Collaboration, Problem Solving, Reasoning, Teamwork, Observation
Agency Overview Police Officer 2 Who We Are At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.
We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio’s prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.
DBH Values
Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
Value Driven
Innovative (Yes Before No)
Strong Sense of Urgency
Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.
The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team .
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Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Assist higher level police officers in patrolling grounds/buildings, protect lives of patients, employees & visitors.
Enforce Ohio Revised Code, Administrative Rules & Hospital Policies.
Assists officers & performs security & special service functions, provide assistance to Nursing Service Department, respond to psychiatric, medical & emergency calls.
Assist in conducting investigations under the direction of the Police Lieutenant.
Assist other officers in arresting criminal violators, accept & deliver subpoenas from any court of competent jurisdiction.
Perform routine administrative duties related to police work.
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: 7:00am-3:00pm | 2nd Shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm | 3rd Shift: 11:00pm-7:00am. 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 .
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 listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Additional Salary / Appointment Information Summit Behavioral Healthcare (SBH) offers Police Officers a
$1.25 shift differential pay
for 2nd and 3rd shift full time, permanent employees.
Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs.
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.
Organization Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information anshita.munshani@dbh.ohio.gov
Unposting Date Feb 1, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation $26.25 - $33.22/hr
Schedule Full-time
Work Hours See Description Below
Classified Indicator Classified
Union Unit 2
Primary Job Skill Law Enforcement
Technical Skills Communications, Investigation, Law Enforcement
Professional Skills Collaboration, Problem Solving, Reasoning, Teamwork, Observation
Agency Overview Police Officer 2 Who We Are At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.
We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio’s prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.
DBH Values
Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
Value Driven
Innovative (Yes Before No)
Strong Sense of Urgency
Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.
The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team .
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