Reserve Unit

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit is an all-volunteer group consisting of individuals who have a passion for serving their community, as well as members who are pursuing a career in full time law enforcement. The Reserve Unit is under the Patrol Division of the Sheriff’s Office and assists in carrying out the mission to protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust. The primary role of the Reserve Unit is to aid with traffic and event control at local parades, carnivals, and the Anoka County Fair.

Reserve Unit Informational Night

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office's Reserve Unit is looking for interested candidates to join us for an informational session about the unit. The Reserve Unit consists of volunteers and licensed liaison staff. No law enforcement experience is necessary, all eligible are encouraged to attend.  Refreshments and cookies provided!

Upcoming Event Date TBD - Contact Us To Join Today!

Requirements to join unit:
- 18 years or older and out of high school
- Commit 130 volunteer hours per year
- Pass a full criminal background check
- Attend monthly meeting every third Sunday

Questions? Contact Sergeant Justin Nelson at justin.nelson@anokacountymn.gov.

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Reserve deputies also assist licensed Sheriff’s Office staff at traffic collision scenes, assist on traffic stops, perform vehicle lock outs, answer animal control calls, perform recreational enforcement and education duties, and provide an additional visual presence of the Sheriff’s Office throughout the county.

Some of the roles and responsibilities of a reserve deputy:

  1. Anoka County Fair
  2. Search and rescue
  3. Patrol of the county’s lakes and rivers/water safety training
  4. Law Enforcement Torch Run & Polar Plunge
  5. Community events and parades
  6. Night to Unite
  7. Open houses, citizen academies, and public demonstrations
  8. Emergency call outs
  9. Support patrol operations
  10. Traffic and crowd control
  11. Crime scene support
  12. Motorist/citizen assists
  13. Toward Zero Death (TZD) campaigns
  14. Assist with role playing for deputy training

If you are interested in filling out an application for the position of reserve deputy please follow the link below, fill out, and return via email or in person at the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, Attn: Sgt. Justin Nelson.

Reserve Deputy Application