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City of Lubbock lists this Lateral Police Officer opportunity in lubbock, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Police Officer ReappointmentThe 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.Essential FunctionsProtect 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.QualificationsTo 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.Valid Driver's License Physical ExamKnowledge and AbilitiesAbility to:Read and understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws, regulations, and police literature;Show aptitude for law enforcement work;Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action;Write clear and accurate reports;Understand and follow oral directions;Drive an automobile;Learn the use and care of small firearms;Make keen observations and remember names, faces, and details of incidents;Meet age and physical standards established by the Civil Service Commission;Communicate effectively with othersPhysical RequirementsOccasionally walk and stand and kneel during a shiftOccasionally climb stairs, ladders and other inclined surfaces in order to pursue suspectsContinuously lift up to 10 poundsFrequently lift up to 50 poundsOccasionally lift up to 100 pounds in order to restrain suspectsContinuously carry up to 25 poundsFrequently carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally carry up to 100 pounds in order to carry stolen property or injured peopleOccasionally push and pull objects during the shiftFrequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees in order to pursue suspectsOccasionally move entire body along a surface in a crawling motion in order to pursue suspectsPlace arms above, at or below shoulder heightCoordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicleBenefitsThe City of Lubbock Police Department provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package.
Worksite address
lubbock, TX, 79412, US
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