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Patrol Deputy

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $56,801/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Lubbock, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/17/2026

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A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.

$89,609 / year median in Texas

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Job Description

Patrol Deputy Job Type:

Full Time Lubbock, TX Lubbock County Sheriff's Office Salary:

$56,800.64

Annually Closing Date:

8/18/2026

Position Summary:

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 Functions:

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. Possess a valid Texas Driver's License . A valid Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

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