Police Officer 2

State of Ohio; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Leave & Holidays

Education opportunities

Public retirement systems

Job summary

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) seeks a Police Officer 2 to patrol to safeguard patients, staff and visitors at Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare and adjacent facilities. You will enforce state laws and hospital policies while conducting investigations and providing security support across shifts.

The role requires peace officer training or equivalent experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to meet OPOTC standards.

Qualifications

• Formal education in arithmetic and basic reading/writing English; valid driver’s license.
• Probationary period is one year.
• Possession of a certificate of approved basic peace officer training or 20 yrs active duty as peace officer.
• Must meet OPOTC fitness testing entry standards for new recruits.
• Review will consider qualifications, experience, education, and conduct.

Responsibilities

• Patrol grounds/buildings and protect lives of patients, employees and visitors.
• Enforce Ohio law, hospital policies and administrative rules.
• Provide security and special service support; respond to psychiatric, medical and emergency calls.
• Conduct investigations under police lieutenant direction.
• Arrest criminal violators.
• Perform routine administrative police duties.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Investigation

Public Safety

Problem Solving

Education

Basic peace officer training

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Description - Police Officer 2 (260006Q3)

Police Officer 2 ( 260006Q3 )

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : Donita 419-381-1881

Unposting Date

Sep 22, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Northwest Ohio Psych Hosp 930 South Detroit Avenue Toledo 43614-2701

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo

Compensation : $27.43

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 10PM - 6AM

Union : Unit 2

Primary Job Skill

Law Enforcement

Technical Skills : Investigation, Public Safety

Professional Skills : Problem Solving

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 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 Description

What you'll do at DBH:

• Perform higher level police officer duties in patrolling grounds/buildings, and protect lives of patients, employees & visitors
• Enforce Ohio Revised Code, Administrative Rules & Hospital Policies
• Perform security & special service functions, provide assistance to Nursing Service Department, respond to psychiatric, medical & emergency calls
• Conduct investigations under the direction of the Police Lieutenant
• Arrest criminal violators
• Perform routine administrative duties related to police work

This is an hourly position covered by the State of Ohio Unit 2 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 10 on the Unit 2Pay Range Schedule.

Normal working hours are VARIOUS. This position is located within our Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare location, located at 930 S Detroit Ave, Toledo, OH 43614.

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 one year of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

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

Formal education in arithmetic that includes fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading & writing English vocabulary; valid driver's license. Probationary period is one year.

OR

Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78 (D) of Ohio revised code for developmental disabilities & mental health facility employees. Probationary period is one year. Note: Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits.

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

Job Skills: Law Enforcement

Technical Skills: Investigation, Public Safety

Professional Skills: Problem Solving

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 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.