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
Leadership & Strategic Oversight
- Provide executive leadership for all law enforcement, public safety, and security operations.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental policies, procedures, and operational standards.
- Direct and assess security and law enforcement programs to ensure effective service delivery and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with organizational leadership to promote a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
Personnel Management & Development
- Supervise and mentor command staff, including lieutenants and police officers.
- Oversee staffing plans, scheduling, work assignments, and leave approvals.
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and counseling, and administer corrective or disciplinary actions as appropriate.
- Coordinate and deliver training programs, professional development opportunities, and orientation related to safety, security, and departmental policies.
Budget & Administrative Management
- Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets and expenditures.
- Ensure efficient allocation of resources to support operational and organizational goals.
- Maintain departmental records, reports, and administrative functions.
Compliance & Law Enforcement
- Interpret, enforce, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Provide guidance and expertise on law enforcement, security, and risk management matters.
- Serve as the department’s primary authority on public safety and security operations.
Investigations & Risk Management
- Lead and oversee investigations involving criminal activity, policy violations, and security-related incidents.
- Ensure investigations are conducted thoroughly, professionally, and in accordance with legal and organizational requirements.
- Review investigative findings, determine appropriate actions, and implement corrective measures when necessary.
- Meet regularly with executive leadership, including the CEO, to provide updates, recommendations, and resolutions related to investigations and security concerns.
This is an exempt position, with a pay range of
13 on the
Exempt Pay Range Schedule. This position is located within our
Summit Behavioral Healthcare location, located at
1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237
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
Position Qualifications
Completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of revised code; 12 months training &/or experience in supervisory principles & techniques; valid driver’s license.
Requires possession of certificate of having successfully completed approved peace officer training program
Job Skills: Law Enforcement
Technical Skills: Investigation, Communications
Professional Skills: Coaching, Collaboration, Leading Others
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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Organization
Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
anshita.munshani@dbh.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jun 25, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation
$36.75 - $52.27/hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8am-4:30pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Technical Skills
Communications, Investigation, Law Enforcement
Agency Overview
Police Chief
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 health and 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 .
