Police Chief - (PN: 20045799)

State of Ohio; Kentucky; On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off & Holidays

Public retirement benefits

Job summary

Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare, part of the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, seeks a Police Chief to direct a comprehensive law enforcement program in a behavioral health setting. You will lead security operations, policy implementation, and staff supervision to ensure safety across the facility and community.

The role requires extensive peace officer experience, supervisory training, and a proven ability to manage complex compliance and interagency collaboration.

Qualifications

• 20 yrs active duty as peace officer per Ohio Revised Code 109.78(D) required.
• 12 months training/experience in supervisory principles & techniques; valid driver’s license.
• Certificate of approved peace officer training program acceptable in lieu of 20 years of active duty.

Responsibilities

• Direct all activities of a comprehensive law enforcement and security program within a behavioral healthcare setting.
• Develop operating procedures and implement policies.
• Screen expenditures and interpret laws, rules, and regulations.
• Supervise Police Department personnel and provide training.
• Safeguard property, evidence and contraband; conduct investigations.
• Establish relationships and attend meetings; ensure safety of patients, staff, visitors, and property.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Behavioral Health

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Leading Others

Responsiveness

Confidentiality

Education

Peace officer training

Active duty peace officer service

Job description

Job Description - Police Chief - (PN: 20045799) (260006SL)

Police Chief - (PN: 20045799) ( 260006SL )

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : Bernadette Dudley [phone] Ext. 2335

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Northcoast Behavioral Health 1756 Sagamore Road Northfield 44067

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Summit County

Compensation : $36.75 - $52.27

Schedule

Full-time

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Law Enforcement

Technical Skills : Behavioral Health, Law Enforcement

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Leading Others, Responsiveness, Confidentiality

Agency Overview

Police Chief

Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare

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 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.

Job Duties

What you’ll do at DBH:

Responsible for directing all activities of a comprehensive law enforcement and security program within a behavioral healthcare setting. Ensures the safety of patients, staff, visitors, and property through effective leadership, policy implementation, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Direct all activities of comprehensive law enforcement and security programs
• Develop operating procedures
• Implements policies
• Screen expenditures
• Interpret laws, rules, and regulations
• Supervise Police Department personnel
• Provide training
• Safeguard property, criminal evidence and contraband
• Property disposal by law
• Conducts Investigations
• Establish and maintain close working relationships
• Attend meetings

This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of #13 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm (Flexible Schedule).

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:

Longevity supplement at 5 years of service

Why Work for the State of Ohio

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, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of revised code; 12 mos. training &/or experience in supervisory principles & techniques; valid driver’s license.
-Or requires possession of certificate of having successfully completed approved peace officer training program; 12 mos. training &/or experience in supervisory principles & techniques; valid driver’s license. *Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.

Primary Job Skill: Law Enforcement

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Law Enforcement

Professional Skills: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Leading Others, Responsiveness, and Confidentiality

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. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Supplemental Information

Background Check Notice

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Rule 5122-7-21, “Background check on applicants,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.