Police Chief - Summit Behavioral Healthcare; PN

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.

• Provide executive leadership for all law enforcement, public safety, and security operations.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Direct and assess security and law enforcement programs to ensure effective service delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with organizational leadership to promote a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

• Supervise and mentor command staff, including lieutenants and police officers.
• Oversee staffing plans, scheduling, work assignments, and leave approvals.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and counseling, and administer corrective or disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Coordinate and deliver training programs, professional development opportunities, and orientation related to safety, security, and departmental policies.

• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets and expenditures.
• Ensure efficient allocation of resources to support operational and organizational goals.
• Maintain departmental records, reports, and administrative functions.

• Interpret, enforce, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provide guidance and expertise on law enforcement, security, and risk management matters.
• Serve as the department’s primary authority on public safety and security operations.

• Lead and oversee investigations involving criminal activity, policy violations, and security-related incidents.
• Ensure investigations are conducted thoroughly, professionally, and in accordance with legal and organizational requirements.
• Review investigative findings, determine appropriate actions, and implement corrective measures when necessary.
• Meet regularly with executive leadership, including the CEO, to provide updates, recommendations, and resolutions related to investigations and security concerns.

This is an exempt position, with a pay range of 13 on the Exempt Pay Range Schedule
. The position is located within our Summit Behavioral Healthcare site at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237. Unless required by any applicable union contract or Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above.

• Certificate of having successfully completed an approved peace officer training program; 12 months of training and/or experience in supervisory principles and techniques; valid driver’s license.
• OR completion of 20 years of active duty as a peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of revised code; 12 months of training and/or experience in supervisory principles and techniques; valid driver’s license.

• Satisfactory completion of mandated topics with the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission. Must maintain physical requirements as established by the agency (e.g., periodic fitness tests or physicals).

• Law Enforcement
• Investigation
• Communications
• Coaching
• Collaboration
• Leading Others

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. The agency reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree‑granting institution.

Compensation: $36.75 - $52.27 per hour.