Police Officer 2 at Ohio Department of Administrative Services

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Law Enforcement, Investigation, Public Safety, Problem Solving

Industry

Government Administration

Description

What you'll do at DBH: Patrols grounds & buildings on foot & in car, ensures safety of patients/clients, visitors & employees, checks property for open doors, gates, windows, fires or other hazards; assists in emergency/disaster situations (e.g., evacuation of buildings, inclement weather, hospital codes); prevents crimes & enforces laws, rules & regulations; checks identity of persons on grounds & nature of business; monitors traffic conditions & parking facilities to ensure efficient flow of traffic, checks parking permits, issues traffic tickets as necessary; testifies in court as required. Investigates complaints; conducts searches & patrols area for possible escaped or missing patients and returns them to facility; makes inquiries, documents findings & communicates with hospital administration regarding sensitive issues; performs variety of service functions (e.g., responds to codes/emergencies, escorts & assists visitors, assists nursing, medical or direct care personnel in handling/restraining, transporting & checking curfew of patients/clients, assists in opening/starting cars for staff & visitors having mechanical problems, secures patient valuables). Performs routine administrative duties related to police work (e.g., keeps log of security conditions, writes unusual incident reports, answers tele-phone, relays messages via radio & telephone, files & types reports; assists with fire drills, key control & other safety/security inspections); reviews and keeps up to date with changes in law enforcement & emergency procedures; performs fingerprint scan & facilitates background checks of potential agency staff & contingent workers; other duties as assigned. 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 2 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 10PM - 6AM. This position is located within ourNorthwest Behavioral Healthcare Campus Northwest Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 930 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43619. 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. All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record. Minimum Qualifications: 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; valid driver's license. 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 Job Skills: Law Enforcement Technical Skills: Investigation, Public Safety Professional Skills: Problem Solving

Responsibilities

The Police Officer 2 patrols grounds and buildings to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and employees, while preventing crimes and enforcing laws. They also assist in emergency situations and perform various service functions related to security and safety.