Police Officer - Full time

What You’ll Do At DBH

• Assist higher level police officers in patrolling grounds/buildings, protect lives of patients, employees & visitors.
• Enforce Ohio Revised Code, Administrative Rules & Hospital Policies.
• Assists officers & performs security & special service functions, provide assistance to Nursing Service Department, respond to psychiatric, medical & emergency calls.
• Assist in conducting investigations under the direction of the Police Lieutenant.
• Assist other officers in arresting criminal violators, accept & deliver subpoenas from any court of competent jurisdiction.
• Perform routine administrative duties related to police work.

This is an hourly position and is in the Unit 2 Bargaining Unit, with a pay range of 10 on the Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule . Working hours are 1st Shift: 7:00am-3:00pm | 2nd Shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm | 3rd Shift: 11:00pm-7:00am. Assigned shift will depend on Unit 2 contract/current canvas. Days & Hours May Vary According to Operational Needs. This position is located within our Summit Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237

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.

Additional Salary / Appointment Information

Summit Behavioral Healthcare (SBH) offers Police Officers a $1.25 shift differential pay for 2nd and 3rd shift full time, permanent employees.

• Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program
• Active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of Ohio revised code.
• Valid driver's license.

Required Educational Transcripts

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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Organization

Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information

[email protected]

Unposting Date

Apr 8, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Compensation

$26.25 - $33.22/hr

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

See Description Below

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Unit 2

Primary Job Skill

Law Enforcement

Technical Skills

Communications, Investigation, Law Enforcement

Professional Skills

Collaboration, Problem Solving, Reasoning, Teamwork, Observation

Agency Overview

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 .