Police Officer PN

Job Description
- Police Officer 2 - Full Time - (PN: ) )

Police Officer 2 - Full Time - (PN: ) (  )

Agency Contact Name and Information : dmh-mh-ath-human-resourceso.gov

Sep 10, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Appalachia Behav
- Athens 100 Hospital Drive Athens 45701

United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens

Compensation : $28.25

Full-time

Work Hours : 10pm-8am

Union :
Unit 2

Law Enforcement

Technical Skills :
Surveillance, Behavioral Health, Communications, Security, Transportation

Professional Skills :
Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Ethics and Values, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Police Officer 2
Police Officer 2 - Full Time

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.

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.

• Patrols property for open doors, gates, windows, fires or other hazards; assists in emergency/disaster situations (e.g., evacuation of buildings, inclement weather, hospital codes); prevents crimes & enforces laws, rules & regulations; checks identity of persons on grounds & nature.

• Monitors traffic conditions & parking facilities to ensure efficient flow of traffic, checks parking permits, issues traffic tickets as necessary; apprehends & arrests violators; files affidavits; serves warrants & testifies in court as required.

• Investigates complaints, conducts criminal, administrative & accident investigations; cooperates with Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) & other agencies with authorized investigations by ex-changing information pertinent to efficient hospital operation, reports major incidents to OSHP & others as directed; conducts searches & patrols area for possible escaped or missing patients and return them to facility; makes inquiries, documents findings & communicates with hospital administration regarding sensitive issues.
• Performs variety of service functions (e.g., performs security duty at special events, responds to emergencies & makes emergency runs in patrol car, escorts, protects & assists visitors, assists nursing, medical or direct care personnel in handling/restraining, transporting & checking curfew of patients/clients, assists in opening/starting cars for staff & visitors having mechanical problems, secure…