Deputy Sheriff - Eligibility list

Your Career. Your Community. Your Calling.

Do you want more from your law enforcement career than just a badge and a patrol car? Are you ready to protect and serve one of the fastest‑growing counties in the Twin Cities metro—where small‑town charm meets suburban energy? If you’re passionate about community, committed to service, and driven by purpose, Carver County is ready for you.

We’re not just hiring a deputy—we’re building a team of public safety professionals who want to make a real difference. Whether you’re looking for a dynamic, diverse patrol area, top‑tier training, or an agency that genuinely supports your career growth and well‑being, you’ll find it here.

As a Deputy Sheriff in Carver County you’ll enforce federal, state, and local laws; respond to emergencies; and proactively protect our communities. You’ll have the opportunity to work in suburban neighborhoods, rural townships, and everything in between—giving you a broad range of experience.

$45.04 – $54.23 per hour, depending on qualifications. Additional incentives and differentials noted below may bring total annual compensation up to an additional $5,000.

• Education Bonus
  : +$0.40 per hour with a Bachelor's Degree
• Weekend Differential
  : +$1.00 per hour
• Night Shift Differential
  : +$1.25 per hour
• Investigator Pay Differential
  : +$2.50 per hour
• Corporal Pay Differential
  : +$1.50 per hour
• Field Training Officer Pay
  : +3 hours of premium pay per day on a regular shift
• Uniform Allowance
  : $1,000 after the first year of initial issuance

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Unique Patrol Experience – From lakes and farms to growing cities, no two days are the same.
• Flexible Schedule – 12‑hour shifts mean up to 7 days off every two weeks.
• Take‑Home Squad – Live in County and take your patrol vehicle home.

Expand your career on specialized teams, such as:

• K‑9 Unit
• Field Training Officer
• Drug Task Force
• Firearms/Use of Force Instructor
• Investigations
• Peer Support Counselor
• SRO
• Crime Scene Technician
• Tactical Team & Crisis Negotiator
• Recreational Services (Boat, ATV, Snowmobile Patrol)

• 15 Paid Holidays (12 fixed + 3 floating)
• Vacation Time
  : 12 days in the first year
• Sick Leave
  : 8 hours per month
• Veteran Friendly
  :
  Use your GI Bill while on the job (OJT approved)

• Pension
  :
  Immediate enrollment in PERA Police & Fire Plan
• Medical
  :
  Single health plans as low as $0 per month
• Dental
  :
  County‑paid single dental coverage
• HSA Contribution
  :
  Up to $3,000 per year
• Vision, Life, and Disability – Comprehensive and affordable options
• Flexible Spending & More – Health and family needs coverage
• Deferred Compensation Plans

See Full List of Benefits Here

• Patrol designated areas.
• Write reports and maintain law‑enforcement logs, case records, incident reports, and other required reports.
• Respond to calls, civil and criminal complaints, disturbances, medicals, accidents, or requests for emergency assistance.
• Assist and conduct investigative activities and tasks.
• Participate in task force work in various capacities.
• Testify in court proceedings in an accurate and truthful manner.
• Safely and lawfully possess all agency firearms.

• Associate’s Degree or two‑year technical certificate in law enforcement or a related field.
• Eligibility to possess a Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) License.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment.

All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. Candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Top candidates who successfully pass the oral interview(s) will be sent to the background process. Conditional offers will be made to those candidates who successfully pass the background check. Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, CJIS background investigation, psychological evaluation, and pre‑placement physical.

In‑person interviews will be held at the Chaska Justice Center on Wednesday, July 15.

Apply today and start making a difference! Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to interview.

This is more than a job — it's your next mission.

Carver County wants to meet you.