Lateral Police Officer

Police Officer Reappointment

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.

The essential functions of this position include:

• 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.

To be eligible for the Lateral Entry Program with the Lubbock Police Department, applicants must have a 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. Candidates must have 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. Additionally, applicants must not have a break in service exceeding three (3) years from the time they left their previous law enforcement agency to the time of application with LPD.

Lateral entry applicants must also successfully complete each step in the Civil Service hiring process in the same manner as any other applicant. Valid Driver's License Physical Exam

The City of Lubbock Police Department provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package.