What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer 2 position at Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities?
- Patrols grounds, buildings on foot and in car, protects lives of consumers/clients, visitors and employees, checks property for open doors, gates, windows, fires or other hazards, 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, carries firearms unless specifically prohibited (i.e., Developmental Disabilities & Mental Health employees) &/or apprehends & arrests violators, files affidavits, serves warrants & testifies in court as required. Investigates complaints, conducts criminal & accident
- investigations, makes inquiries, documents findings & communicates with general public regarding sensitive issues.
- Performs variety of service functions (example, performs security duty at special events, responds to emergencies & makes emergency runs in patrol car, escorts, protects & assists visitors, assists nursing, medical or direct care personnel in handling/restraining, transporting & checking curfew of aggressive consumers/clients) when requested.
- Performs routine administrative duties related to police work (example, keeps log of security conditions, writes unusual incident reports, answers telephone, relays messages via radio & telephone, files & types reports; plans daily duties for self & others to include fire drills, vehicle inspections, fire extinguisher inspections & other safety/security inspection) & reviews changes in law enforcement & emergency procedures.
- 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
Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Developmental Center
Agency Contact Name and Information
Gina Silva, Gina.Silva@dodd.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jun 14, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Gallipolis Development Center
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Gallia County-Gallipolis
Compensation
$27.43
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
2:30 P.M.- 11:00 P.M., Every Other Weekend
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
Unit 2
Technical Skills
Code Enforcement, Fire & EMS, Law Enforcement, Public Safety
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Strategic Thinking, Time Management, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. To learn more about DODD click here .
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