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About the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities – Tiffin Developmental Center
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency. We offer a state-wide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring health and safety, supporting access to community participation and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. Tiffin Developmental Center is located in the northwest region of Ohio and is home to both adults and youth with developmental disabilities.
Example duties of a Police Officer 2:
Non traditional law enforcement position - the focus is security and safety of the campus.
- Conducting fire drills
- Checking fire extinguishers and other safety equipment
- Involvement in emergency preparedness initiatives
- Inspecting buildings and fleet vehicles for safety concerns
- Helping plan and participating in special events
- Contact with local law enforcement for non resident related issues
What’s in it for you - benefits of working 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
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are available the first full month following hire.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of service.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding for union-represented employees.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Tamara Hairston, ADA Coordinator for the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, at 614-466-2508 or by email at:
EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov.
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.
Primary Job Skill: Law Enforcement
Professional Job Skills: Attention to detail, Confidentiality, Customer focus, Establishing relationships and Responsiveness
Technical Job Skills: Emergency management, Human services, Public safety, Security and Vehicle operation
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.
The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order.
Expected hours of work are 1PM to 9PM with flexibility to cover drills on all shifts. A $1.25 shift differential is paid for any hours worked between 5PM and 6AM.
Uniforms are provided by the employer.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02 “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being hired by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities.
