Request Officers for Event Staffing

Off-duty police officers may be hired for special events, at an extra cost.

Enforcing Municipal Ordinances and State and Federal Statutes at Events

In order to provide public safety, service and professionalism, the Boulder Police Department allows department employees to work while off duty. Off-duty officers and supervisors are responsible for enforcing only municipal ordinances and state and federal statutes. They will not be responsible for enforcing rules of an event, establishment, or other venue.

Written Agreement for Services Provided

I specifically agree and hold harmless the City of Boulder, its officers, and employees for any claim whatsoever arising from acts or omissions of said officer(s) while employed by me and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Boulder for the costs of defense, including reasonable attorney’s fees, for such acts or omissions. I understand that this contract is not a guarantee for police services. The Boulder Police Department will make every effort to fill the request; however, the request may be cancelled without notice in the event of a public safety emergency. In such cases the department will issue a refund.

No term or condition of this agreement shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of an of the immunities, rights, benefits protection, or other provisions of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, Section 24-10-101, et seq., C..R.S., as now or hereafter amended. The Parties understand and agree that liability for claims for injuries to person or property arising out of negligence of the City, its departments, institutions, agencies, boards, officials, and employees is controlled and limited by the provisions of Section 24-10-101 et seq., C.R.S., as now or hereafter amended.

I understand that The Boulder Police Department will maintain the event request, financial estimate, financial invoice, and the BPD event log indefinitely.

I acknowledge that this contract is valid for the length of the event, not to exceed twelve months. Any review, revision, modification, or termination of this contract must be approved, in writing, by the Boulder Police Off-Duty Coordinator:

Attn: Coleene Berry – Off-Duty Coordinator

1805 33rd Street

Boulder, CO 80301

Office Phone Number (303) 441-3315

I understand that the Boulder Police Department will maintain all control and supervision over its personnel related to this event.

Hire an Officer

Complete the form

To hire an officer, please complete the appropriate off-duty contract posted below:

Cost

This information is provided as a guideline when making your request. All fees listed are subject to change. Please contact the Off-duty Coordinator for any questions.

The charges for an off-duty officer, supervisor and patrol vehicle are as follows:

Events occurring in 2025:

  • Off-duty officer - $83 per hour ($111 per hour on city recognized holidays)
  • Off-duty sergeant (required at the PD's discretion) - $106 per hour ($140 per hour on city recognized holidays)
  • Off-duty commander (required at the PD's discretion) - $118 per hour ($144 per hour on city recognized holidays)
  • Off-duty dispatcher - $69 per hour ($92 per hour on city recognized holidays)
  • Police vehicle - $55 per vehicle, per day

There is a minimum of three paid hours per assignment. Contracts canceled with less than 24-hours notice will result in the employer incurring the three-hour minimum, per officer cost.

Requests for events requiring a city special events permit must be received at least 60-days in advance. Requests for events NOT requiring a city special events permit must be received at least 14-days in advance. Contracts received after the above deadlines may be subjected to a 20% administrative fee or be denied.

Reasons for den​ial

The police department reviews each request on an individual basis. Off-duty employment requests can be denied based on any of the following:

  • Date
  • Time
  • Location
  • Number of attendees
  • Alcohol sales and/or consumption permits
  • Type of event
  • Event history
  • Availability of officers
  • Other reasons deemed appropriate by the Chief of Police

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