Police Officer (Probationary Police Officer)

Police Officer (Probationary Police Officer)

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.

Honorable Discharge Credit: 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 View email address on click.appcast.io
• Include your name and "DD214" in the email subject line.

Contact information for questions:

• Physical or general entry requirements: View email address on click.appcast.io
• Personal History Statement questions: View email address on click.appcast.io
• Application process, DD214 submissions, or written exam inquiries: View email address on click.appcast.io (Elizabeth Lara, Civil Service Director)

Eligibility requirements:

• 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.

Examination & Physical Ability Test:

• The eligibility list from this exam will be effective September 27, 2025, through February 20, 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%: Concept 2 Rower Calculator – Texas DPS (Click "Concept 2 Rower Calculator New Location" under Training Operations. Enter 40% in the Desired Results field to estimate your target time.)