All applications for the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office must be completed on the Lubbock County’s Human Resources website. You may view current openings on this page. Each opening has a link to the HR website below it’s description.
Lieutenant
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Supervises day-to-day operations of the assigned Division, including assigning cases to investigators; assists in training of personnel; assists in examination and interview process for Law Enforcement Division personnel; assists in timely presentation of criminal cases to District Attorney’s Office and timely completion of division reports, civil service, and other law enforcement-related reports. This position is also responsible as a supervisor role in Law Enforcement to assigned divisions as well as filling in when needed for other Lieutenants and Divisions.
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 of the State of Texas.
Essential Duties:
- Plans, directs, coordinates, and assigns law enforcement activities, including reviewing calls for service, investigations, follow-up investigations, animal control, environmental, civil service, communications, academy, range, and courthouse security, evaluating performance and advising assigned personnel concerning their assignments.
- Responds to calls for service as needed.
- Serves Civil Process as needed.
- Provides Courthouse Security as needed.
- Assigns cases to investigators and monitors progress of cases.
- Works on-call duty as needed.
- Writes, approves, and executes search warrants and arrest warrants.
- Writes/Approves destruction orders.
- Assists in the training of division personnel and in the training of other law enforcement personnel.
- Approves or disapproves all leave time requests.
- Approves probable cause affidavits for arrest warrants.
- Assists in the examination and interview process in the selection of all law enforcement personnel.
Position Requirements:
- Five years of law enforcement investigative experience from any of the following: C.I.D., Civil, Patrol, Narcotics, or Warrants.
- Five years of increasing management responsibility in law enforcement.
- Advanced peace officer certificate from TCOLE
- Pass a physical fitness exam
- Pass a firearms qualification with department issued weapon
Lieutenant are typically assigned M-F 8-5
This is a salaried position $83,050.21 Annually
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Animal Control/Environmental Deputy
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Updated 7/21/26 ∙ 2 positions open ∙ Closes soon
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This is specialized police work involving the control of animals, both livestock and domestic, as well as the enforcement of environmental laws within the county. Work involves the enforcement of the Lubbock County Rabies Control Program and of applicable county ordinances and state laws. Duties include the humane impoundment and handling of aggressive animals, bite animals, estray livestock that have strayed onto public or private property as defined by livestock laws of the State of Texas, and responding to complainants of illegal dumping or environmental health concerns. Investigation and follow-up investigation continue until cases are closed. Protects county residents and property, enforces laws, and may perform patrol and emergency response functions.
Position Requirements
- High school diploma or GED certificate.
- TCOLE Peace Officer certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
- Texas Driver’s license
- Knowledge of Livestock Laws of the State of Texas, the Lubbock County Rabies Control Program, and the Rabies Control Act and the Dangerous Dog Act
- Knowledge of animal behavior, breeds and handling
- Knowledge of the geography of Lubbock County and adjacent areas;
- Ability to speak and write effectively
- Must possess the necessary skills to apprehend and transport large animals
Expected Schedule: 4 days a week between M-F, 10 hour days. All county holidays off. Rotating on call schedule for after hours and weekends.
Starting Salary: $27.31 an hour ($56,800.64 annually)
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Rangemaster (Cpl.)
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Updated 7/21/2026A Range Master is a licensed peace officer certified by the T.C.O.L.E standards. An extensive background in firearms and their maintenance is essential to this position, along with the ability to maintain a firearms range through upkeep and basic construction. Operation of mechanical equipment, such as, tractors, mowers, trailers, etc., will be necessary from time to time. The Range Master must possess communication and organizational skills. Duties include: providing firearms qualification for staff members and others, providing personal instruction to include remedial instruction, operating, demonstrating, and firing a variety of weapons to include tasers, shotguns, handguns, and rifles, conducting annual inspections of department-issued weapons, ordering range supplies, observing the destruction of weapons and ammunition, and maintaining records.Requirements:
- A Basic Peace Officer License
- Licensed T.C.O.L.E. Instructor
- 3 years of certified firearms instructor training
- Knowledge of Range Target Systems
- Firearms inspection and repair knowledge
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- Glock and AR-15 Armorer Certification with 3 years of experience as an armorer is recommended
Expected schedule is M-F 8-5 with some weekends or after-hours training if needed.Pay: PS04 $30.07 an hour (~$62,500 annually)
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Patrol Deputy
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Updated 7/8/26 ∙ Multiple Openings ∙ Closes in 1 month
Patrol Deputies preserve the peace within Lubbock County by use of all lawful means. They shall, when authorized by law, interfere to prevent or suppress crime. They are sworn to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and of the State of Texas. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Promoting and maintaining a safe and peaceful community, preserving order, protecting life and property, enforcing laws and ordinances, safeguarding individual liberties, treating others with fairness, dignity, and respect, responding to emergencies as a first responder, service of warrants and ensuring citizen safety.
Position Requirements:
- A Basic Peace Officer’s License from TCOLE
- A High School Diploma or GED
- A valid Texas Driver’s License
- Physical assessment consisting of a one mile run in under 12:30 minutes, be able to complete 20 pushups in a minute and 20 sit-ups in a minute.
- Firearms qualification with department issued weapon prior to interview.
Starting salary: $56,800.64 annually
Expected shifts are 12 hours each on a “Panama” schedule with rotating weekends off. Patrol runs on a day and night shift from 7-7 with a supplemental power shift from 3-3.
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Mental Health Deputy
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Updated 8/3/26 ∙ Multiple Openings ∙ Closes in 1 month
Mental Health Deputies preserve the peace within Lubbock County by use of all lawful means and shall, when authorized by law, interfere to prevent and suppress crime. The Mental Health Deputy Program aims to improve local crisis response systems by diverting people in need from hospitals and jails to community-based alternatives that provide effective behavioral health treatment. Mental Health Deputies are peace officers specially trained in crisis intervention through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. They work collaboratively with the community and local crisis-response authorities. The responsibilities of Mental Health Deputies include: coordinating with Patrol Division personnel to respond to requests for crisis intervention, promoting collaboration between local law enforcement and mental health professionals, diverting individuals from unnecessary arrests and bookings, providing timely crisis intervention and crisis stabilization services, transporting individuals requiring admission to an inpatient mental health facility, serving magistrate’s warrants, and providing referrals and linkage to long-term community mental health services.
Position Requirements: A Basic Peace Officer’s License from TCOLE, A High School Diploma or GED, a valid Texas Driver’s License, and previous patrol experience are required. A physical assessment is also required. The assessment consists of a one-mile run in under 12:30 minutes, 20 push-ups in a minute, and 20 sit-ups in a minute. A firearms qualification with a department-issued weapon will take place prior to any interview. Those selected for this position will also need to obtain a Mental Health Peace Officer Certification within one year of selection.
Starting salary: $56,800.64 annually
Expected Schedule is 4 days a week, 10 hours a day with rotating weeks of nights and weekends on-call
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Court Deputy
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Updated 8/5/26 ∙ 1 Opening
Responsible for providing personal security and protection for the judges and the general public. Facilitate communication between the judge and the jury during trials. Escort inmates in the courthouse for legal matters. Respond to emergency calls from courts and offices in the courthouse, and county-owned buildings.
Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Peace Officer Certification from TCOLE.
Qualifications:
- Physical assessment will be required consisting of:
- a one-mile run in under 12:30 minutes
- 20 push-ups in a minute
- 20 sit-ups in a minute.
- A firearms qualification with a department-issued weapon before the interview.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s license
Physical assessment and Firearms qualification will be waived if already assigned to the Law Enforcement Division and have been completed within the last six months.
Expected Schedule is M-F, 8am-5pm with court holidays off.
Starting salary: $56,800 annually
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Court Baliff – Part Time
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Updated 8/5/26 ∙ 1 Opening
Responsible for providing personal assistance to the judges, juries, and the general public; Handles communications between the judge and the jury during trials and hearings. Duties include providing personal assistance for judges and juries in the courtroom, calling witnesses for legal proceedings in the courtroom, escorting jurors from central jury pool to designated courts, and locking and unlocking courtroom doors within the courthouse.
Qualifications:
- A High school diploma
- Ability to understand and follow instructions in English
This position is a part time position with a maximum of 24 hours per week.
Starting pay: $12.30 an hour
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