Police Officer (Probationary Police Officer)
$70kCity of Lubbock
Salary : $70,000.00 Annually
Location : Police Patrol, Lubbock, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: P880-5735 2026B3
Department: Police Department
Division: 5735 - Police Patrol
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: 6/4/2026 5:00 PM Central
Summary
The City of Lubbock is now accepting applications for Police Officer (Probationary Police Officer) positions. This is an exciting opportunity to serve the community while developing a career in law enforcement. The selection process begins with the Probationary Police Officer Entrance Exam , which evaluates candidates' knowledge, skills, and readiness for the demands of police work. Successful applicants will then proceed through additional assessments, including the Physical Ability Test, background investigation, and other pre-employment screenings.
**STARTING SALARY: $33.654 HOURLY || $2,692.32 BIWEEKLY || $70.000.32 ANNUALLY**
Important Application Instructions:
Applicants seeking Honorable Discharge Credit for U.S. Armed Forces service must provide proof of an Honorable Discharge (DD Form 214 Service 2, DD Form 214 Member 4, or DD Form 214 Service 7). Any discharge other than "Honorable" is not eligible .
The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click
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Do you currently hold a TCOLE PEACE OFFICER license or an out-of-state PEACE OFFICER license?
02
If you are a licensed Peace Officer, how many years have you been licensed? If you are not a licensed Peace Officer enter N/A.
03
If you are currently a Peace Officer, what agency are you employed with? If you are not currently a Peace Officer please enter N/A.
04
Are you a former City of Lubbock Police Officer?
05
Are you a High School Graduate?
06
If you are not a High School Graduate, do you possess a GED Certificate?
07
Date of Birth? USE FOLLOWING FORMAT - MM/DD/YYYY (i.e. 05/07/1975). You must be at least 20 years and 6 months of age on the day of the Lubbock Police Entrance. IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS AFTER March 7, 2004, YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR HIRE.
08
Enter Social Security Number. USE THE FOLLOWING FORMAT XXX-XX-XXXX (i.e. 123-45-6789)
09
Enter Driver's License number
10
Enter State in which Driver's License issued (i.e TX)
11
Do you possess uncorrected visual acuity of 20/100 or better in each eye with both eyes correctable, with eye-glasses to at least 20/20 binocular vision, or 20/200 or better vision in each eye correctable to at least 20/20 binocular vision with contact lenses; and the ability to discriminate between the basic color groups?
12
Have you ever been convicted of a Class A Misdemeanor or any felony?
13
Have you been convicted of a Class B Misdemeanor within the last 120 months?
Required Question
Location : Police Patrol, Lubbock, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: P880-5735 2026B3
Department: Police Department
Division: 5735 - Police Patrol
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: 6/4/2026 5:00 PM Central
Summary
The City of Lubbock is now accepting applications for Police Officer (Probationary Police Officer) positions. This is an exciting opportunity to serve the community while developing a career in law enforcement. The selection process begins with the Probationary Police Officer Entrance Exam , which evaluates candidates' knowledge, skills, and readiness for the demands of police work. Successful applicants will then proceed through additional assessments, including the Physical Ability Test, background investigation, and other pre-employment screenings.
**STARTING SALARY: $33.654 HOURLY || $2,692.32 BIWEEKLY || $70.000.32 ANNUALLY**
Important Application Instructions:
- When completing the online application, do not complete the following sections: Work History, Certificates and Licenses, Skills, and References.
- Do not attach any additional forms or documentation to your application.
- A valid email address is required; all correspondence will be conducted via email.
Applicants seeking Honorable Discharge Credit for U.S. Armed Forces service must provide proof of an Honorable Discharge (DD Form 214 Service 2, DD Form 214 Member 4, or DD Form 214 Service 7). Any discharge other than "Honorable" is not eligible .
- Submit proof via email to:
- Include your name and "DD214" in the email subject line.
- Physical or general entry requirements:
- Personal History Statement questions:
- Application process, DD214 submissions, or written exam inquiries: (Elizabeth Lara, Civil Service Director)
- Minimum age: 20 years and 182 days on the day of the entrance exam.
- Applicants must pass the Probationary Police Officer Entrance Exam before taking the Physical Ability Test.
- No applicant shall be permitted to take an entrance exam more than once for an academy class.
- Must have a valid drivers license at the time of appointment.
- The eligibility list from this exam will be effective April 1st , 2026, through September 30th, 2026 , unless exhausted earlier.
- Physical Ability Test: TIMED 2000-meter row. This assessment accounts for 40% of your total score and is calculated based on your age, weight, and gender.
- There is no single passing time ; it varies for each applicant. Use the link below to estimate the time needed to achieve at least 40%: (Click "Concept 2 Rower Calculator New Location" under Training Operations. Enter 40% in the Desired Results field to estimate your target time.)
The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click
01
Do you currently hold a TCOLE PEACE OFFICER license or an out-of-state PEACE OFFICER license?
- Yes
- No
02
If you are a licensed Peace Officer, how many years have you been licensed? If you are not a licensed Peace Officer enter N/A.
03
If you are currently a Peace Officer, what agency are you employed with? If you are not currently a Peace Officer please enter N/A.
04
Are you a former City of Lubbock Police Officer?
- Yes
- No
05
Are you a High School Graduate?
- Yes
- No
06
If you are not a High School Graduate, do you possess a GED Certificate?
- Yes
- No
07
Date of Birth? USE FOLLOWING FORMAT - MM/DD/YYYY (i.e. 05/07/1975). You must be at least 20 years and 6 months of age on the day of the Lubbock Police Entrance. IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS AFTER March 7, 2004, YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR HIRE.
08
Enter Social Security Number. USE THE FOLLOWING FORMAT XXX-XX-XXXX (i.e. 123-45-6789)
09
Enter Driver's License number
10
Enter State in which Driver's License issued (i.e TX)
11
Do you possess uncorrected visual acuity of 20/100 or better in each eye with both eyes correctable, with eye-glasses to at least 20/20 binocular vision, or 20/200 or better vision in each eye correctable to at least 20/20 binocular vision with contact lenses; and the ability to discriminate between the basic color groups?
- Yes
- No
12
Have you ever been convicted of a Class A Misdemeanor or any felony?
- Yes
- No
13
Have you been convicted of a Class B Misdemeanor within the last 120 months?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
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