Police Officer

Job Description - Police Officer 2 (Full Time)

Agency Contact Name and Information:
Bernadette Dudley  Ext. 2335

Northcoast Behavioral Health 1756 Sagamore Road Northfield 44067

United States of America-OHIO-Summit County

Compensation: $27.43 - $34.71

Full-time

Union:
Unit 2

Law Enforcement

Technical

Skills:

Law Enforcement

Professional

Skills:

Attention to Detail, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Responsiveness, Teamwork

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.

Please note: 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.

What you’ll do at DBH
:

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

This is an hourly position covered by the State of Ohio Unit 2 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of $27.43 - $34.71 on the Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours will be determined. This position is located within our Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare, 1756 Sagamore Road, Northfield, Ohio.

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.

3% pay increase July 1, 2026.

Longevity supplement after 5 years of service.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth…