Patrol Deputy

Lubbock County•Lubbock, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Patrol Deputy preserves the peace within Lubbock County by use of all lawful means and shall, when authorized by law, interfere to prevent or suppress crime. Sworn to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and the State of Texas. Essential Duties Promote and maintain a safe and peaceful community. Preserve order. Protect life and property. Enforce laws and ordinance. Safeguard Individual Liberties. Treat others with fairness, dignity, and respect. Carries out duties in conformance with Federal and State statutes while following the policies and procedures of Lubbock County and the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office. Responds to emergencies as a first responder. Provides mutual assistance during emergency situations. Attends required departmental meetings. Performs duties respective of assignment. Performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisory personnel. Takes calls for service and writes reports as needed. Arrests violators of the law and prepares required paperwork. Prepares for and testifies in court. Serves warrants. Assists other divisions of the Sheriff's Office, as well as other law enforcement agencies. Assists at crime scenes. Patrols county area, ensuing citizen safety. Maintains contact with department supervisory personnel to coordinate activities. Works an assigned shift using discretionary judgment in the performance of sworn duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Peace Officer certification through TCOLE
Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Traffic Code, and Family Code, search and seizure laws, investigations and crime prevention methods: defensive tactics.
Ability to safely operate vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment
Ability to physically restrain individuals
Ability to make decisions quickly
Ability to read and write reports, letters, and operate computers.
The ability to Interpret laws, policies, and procedures
Ability to recognize problems and recommending solutions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies, the District Attorney’s Office, other departmental employees, and the general public
Demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communications
Maintain accurate records
Maintain appropriate certifications
Maintain a good driving record
Possess a valid Texas Driver’s License
A valid Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain a safe and peaceful community.
Preserve order.
Protect life and property.
Enforce laws and ordinance.
Safeguard Individual Liberties.
Treat others with fairness, dignity, and respect.
Carries out duties in conformance with Federal and State statutes while following the policies and procedures of Lubbock County and the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office.
Responds to emergencies as a first responder.
Provides mutual assistance during emergency situations.
Attends required departmental meetings.
Performs duties respective of assignment.
Performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisory personnel.
Takes calls for service and writes reports as needed.
Arrests violators of the law and prepares required paperwork.
Prepares for and testifies in court.
Serves warrants.
Assists other divisions of the Sheriff's Office, as well as other law enforcement agencies.
Assists at crime scenes.
Patrols county area, ensuing citizen safety.
Maintains contact with department supervisory personnel to coordinate activities.
Works an assigned shift using discretionary judgment in the performance of sworn duties.