Police Officer 2 (Part Time)

About the role

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 in Columbus. DBH values: Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused), Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent), Value Driven, Innovative (Yes Before No), and Strong Sense of Urgency. Our team advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. DBH is an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery, fostering an inclusive, stigma-free environment with wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies.

This is an hourly position covered by the State of Ohio Unit 2 bargaining unit (union), pay range 10 on the Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule. The selected candidate will begin at Step 1 with opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and yearly raises thereafter. Probationary period is one year. Contact: Bernadette Dudley.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety and security of Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare (NBH)
• Patrol grounds and building
• Assist with and conduct investigations
• Respond to emergencies and code assists
• Escort, protect, and assist visitors
• Conduct searches
• Apprehend, arrest, and process criminal violators
• File affidavits, serve warrants, and subpoenas
• Appear in court and testify in criminal proceedings
• Perform police administrative duties

Qualifications

• Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 years active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of Ohio Revised Code
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits
• Official transcripts required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application; must be submitted before formal employment offer (transcripts printed from institution website not accepted)

Pay

$28.25 – $35.75 per hour (Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule, Step 1 start; increase after six months satisfactory performance, then yearly)

Schedule

Permanent part-time; work hours to be determined

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after eligibility period
• Paid time off: 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 (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) and optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

Benefits eligibility depends on multiple factors; the agency contact can provide specifics for this position.

Location

Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare, 1756 Sagamore Road, Northfield, Ohio 44067