Police Chief - (PN: 20045799)

State of Ohio; Northfield Center Township (OH); On-site; USD 76,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee development opportunities

Job summary

Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare in Ohio seeks a Police Chief to direct all activities of a comprehensive law enforcement and security program within a behavioral healthcare setting, ensuring safety for patients, staff, visitors, and property under strong leadership and policy compliance.

You will develop procedures, supervise Police Department personnel, provide training, and build collaborative relationships with internal departments and external agencies to support organizational goals and

Qualifications

• Completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer or equivalent with supervisory experience.
• Possession of approved peace officer training certificate and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Direct all operations of the law enforcement and security programs to maintain a safe environment.
• Develop and implement operating procedures supporting goals and legal requirements.
• Enforce policies, laws, rules, and regulations relevant to law enforcement and healthcare security.
• Review departmental expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Supervise Police Department personnel, assign duties, evaluate performance, uphold standards.
• Provide training and professional development to department staff.
• Safeguard property, evidence, and contraband; manage storage and disposal per law.
• Conduct and oversee investigations of security incidents and policy violations.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with internal/external partners.
• Represent the Police Department in organizational meetings and planning.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Behavioral Health

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Leading Others

Responsiveness

Confidentiality

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-Northfield

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 promote 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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all operations of the law enforcement and security programs to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Develop and implement operating procedures that support organizational goals and legal requirements.
• Enforce and interpret policies, laws, rules, and regulations relevant to law enforcement and healthcare security.
• Review and screen departmental expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Supervise Police Department personnel, including assigning duties, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to standards.
• Provide training and professional development to department staff.
• Safeguard property, criminal evidence, and contraband; manage storage and disposal processes in accordance with law.
• Conduct and oversee investigations related to security incidents, policy violations, and criminal activity.
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal departments, external agencies, and community partners.
• Attend organizational meetings and represent the Police Department in administrative discussions and operational planning.

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:

Employees who complete five years of total service with the State of Ohio receive an automatic 2.5% supplement based on their classification salary base. For each additional year of qualified service, they receive an extra 0.5% supplement increase annually, continuing until they reach the maximum 10% longevity supplement, which occurs at 20 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

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.

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.

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.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

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.