Police Chief** at Ohio Department of Administrative Services

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

13.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Law Enforcement, Supervision, Training, Policy Implementation, Investigation, Relationship Building, Expenditure Screening, Property Disposal, Criminal Evidence Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

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: 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. 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 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.

Responsibilities

The Police Chief will direct all activities of comprehensive law enforcement and security programs, develop operating procedures, and supervise Police Department personnel. This role also involves conducting investigations and safeguarding property and criminal evidence.