Police Officer

Agency Overview

Police Officer 2 (Full Time)** (260001Y4). The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) seeks a dedicated officer for the Northcoast Behavioral Health facility located at 1756 Sagamore Road, Northfield, Ohio. The role involves maintaining safety and security across the hospital grounds and building, ensuring compliance with Ohio law and public safety standards.

Compensation: $27.43 - $34.71 per hour. Full‑time, union‑covered (Unit
2), hourly position with pay schedule starting at Step 1 and potential raises after six months and yearly thereafter. Additional salary increases include a 3% raise on July 1, 2026 and a longevity supplement after five years of service.

• Maintain safety and security of the Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare facility
• Patrol grounds and buildings
• 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

Possession of a certificate from an approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 years active duty as a peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of the Ohio Revised Code. Valid driver’s license required. Probationary period of one year.

Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program fitness testing entry standards for new recruits.

• Law Enforcement

• 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, etc.)
• Public retirement systems such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation under Ohio Deferred Compensation plan

To be considered, apply online on the careers.ohio.gov posting. Provide official transcripts for all post‑secondary education or degrees. Submit answers to supplemental questions; resume alone is insufficient.

Applicants can check status via careers.ohio.gov. Expect communication via email.

Final candidates must undergo a criminal background check. A positive test for illegal drug use (urinalysis for safety‑sensitive positions) is disqualifying.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and supports reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator ferto.gov or 614‑466‑8884 for accommodations.

The State of Ohio prohibits recreational marijuana and other legal cannabis. Position may be subject to additional restrictions per HR‑39 and posting details.

Agency Contact:
Bernadette Dudley (330) 467‑7131 ext 2335.