Do You Need to Hire Law Enforcement?

The Training Division coordinates hiring Olmsted County Deputies to provide law enforcement services for various private and community events. This duty is referred to as “extra duty” under the following procedures:

• Once you've filled out and submitted one of the forms below, you will receive a call from a member of the training division to complete your request to hire law enforcement.
• For events, requests must be made at least ten business days before the date.
  • The pay rate will be $85.00 per hour. 
• For civil standbys, requests must be made at least three business days before the date.
  • The pay rate will be $85.00 per hour.
• A minimum of four (4) hours per deputy is required.
• Cancellation of an event requires a minimum of at least 24 hours notice. Without proper notice, event organizers will be responsible for full payment.
• The Sheriff’s designee will determine the number of deputies needed for each event.
• Payment will be made to the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office with a check or money order through the Training Division during regular business hours.
• Payment arrangements will be made upon confirmation of your booking.