Police Officer 2

Police Officer 2 (260003XX)

Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Developmental Center

Work Location: Gallipolis Development Center 2500 Ohio Avenue Gallipolis, OH 45631-1699

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

Primary Job Skill: Law Enforcement

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.

Job Description

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.

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

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