Lateral Police Officer

City of Lubbock•Lubbock, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lubbock Police Department is currently accepting applications for Police Officer Reappointment through the Lateral Entry Police Program. This program is designed to recruit experienced law enforcement officers by recognizing their prior service and reducing required training time. Eligible candidates will be placed on the pay scale according to their years of previous law enforcement experience.

Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years of continuous, full-time service as a paid, licensed or certified peace officer in a law enforcement agency, including out-of-state agencies as approved by the Chief of Police.
Held a position with the authority to enforce laws, investigate crimes, make arrests, respond to calls for service, carry a firearm, and exercise discretion in the performance of their duties.
No break in service exceeding three (3) years from the time they left their previous law enforcement agency to the time of application with LPD.
Valid Driver's License
Pass a Physical Exam
Ability to read and understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws, regulations, and police literature.
Show aptitude for law enforcement work.
Ability to analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action.
Ability to write clear and accurate reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral directions.
Ability to drive an automobile.
Ability to learn the use and care of small firearms.
Ability to make keen observations and remember names, faces, and details of incidents.
Meet age and physical standards established by the Civil Service Commission.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

Protect life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.
Answer calls and complaints involving accidents, robberies, burglaries, fires, misdemeanors, and felonies.
Render first aid at crime scenes; assist or conduct preliminary investigations; apprehend suspects; gather evidence; obtain witness names; obtain statements; make arrests; and transport suspects.
Investigate automobile accidents and check stolen automobile reports.
Prevent crime.
Perform work in accordance with department rules and regulations.
Perform routine patrol, traffic regulation, and preliminary investigations.
Perform duties in patrol cruisers, motorcycles, or on foot.
Perform duties which may involve danger, and which require officer to act without supervision in the exercise of independent judgment in meeting emergencies.
Keep records and prepare activity reports.
Testify in court as needed.
Perform related duties as required.