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:

DD214LPD

@MYLUBBOCK.US Include your name and "DD214" in the email subject line. Contact Information for

Questions:

Physical or general entry requirements: LPDRecruiting@mylubbock.

us Personal History Statement questions:

LPDBackgrounds@mylubbock.us Application process, DD214 submissions, or written exam inquiries: CivilServiceAdmin@mylubbock.us (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 established from this examination will remain in effect for its assigned effective period unless it is 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.)