Midland police officer Tyniqua Phillips has praised her law enforcement agency, describing it as "a great department" due to "all the resources that it has." Phillips, who joined the department in late 2023, currently boasts four years of crime-fighting experience.
"I got more training here in Midland than the two other departments I've been a part of," said Phillips, according to Facebook.
Prior to her current role, Phillips served in the Midland Independent School District and Monahans police departments. In a Facebook video dated April 29, she noted how unique it is for the Midland Police Department (MPD) to have both a dispatch and a crime scene investigation unit, features that are uncommon in many law enforcement agencies.
On the topic of remuneration, Phillips stated that an officer's salary is contingent on their years of experience. Furthermore, she added that an officer may receive higher pay based on their level of education and other credentials.
Phillips also highlighted that the city provides training for police recruits free of charge. Looking ahead, she envisions herself retiring from the force in Midland.
The city provided additional information on the prerequisites for becoming a police officer. An individual must possess a high school diploma or a GED along with required semester hours of approved college coursework with a 2.0 or higher GPA. Prospective officers must also be at least 21 years old and have prior experience in law enforcement.