Join SPD & Join SMJ

Are you looking for a rewarding career filled with professional development opportunities?

Interested in a position grounded in the service of others?

Do you want to be part of a team dedicated to making a difference?

Have you considered a career in law enforcement?

The Springfield Police Department is currently hiring for the Lateral Police Officer Position, with the application period ending on July 14th. 

Interested in learning more? Be sure to visit our ‘Join SPD’ page. The page serves as a resource for those considering a career in law enforcement. We’ll share out position information, job listings, hiring process guides, and firsthand testimonials from our Officers!

Click here to see current openings & to apply
Click here to visit the Join SPD page
Click here to visit the Join SMJ page
Have Questions? Click here to contact the SPD recruitment team

Want a sneak peak? Hover over an image to hear what Officers have to say about SPD

2023 Annual Reports

The Springfield Police Department has begun the process of sharing our 2023 Annual Reports with the release of the 2023 Use of Force Report. In addition to the report being presented to the City Council & Mayor, it is available below for community member review.

The 2023 Community Outreach Report and the 2023 Complaints & Commendations Report will be shared in the near future.  

2023 Use of Force Report
2023 Use of Force Report Infographic
*Coming Soon* 2023 Community Outreach Report
*Coming Soon* 2023 Complaints & Commendations Report

Welcome

The Springfield Police Department is a professional and community-focused organization employing over 120 staff committed to serving all members of our community with dignity, compassion, and professionalism.

Contact Us
Emergency 911
Non-Emergency 541.726.3714
Anonymous Tip Line 541.726.3773
Municipal Jail 541.744.4177
E-Mail police@springfield-or.gov
Address 230 4th St. Springfield, OR 97477
Upcoming Events
SPD in the Community

Run with the Cops

September 25, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Escudo Latino’s Hispanic Heritage Event

September 9, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Springfield BLOCK Party

September 9, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Media Releases

Preplanned Fight Ends in Shooting

November 4, 2023|Comments Off on Preplanned Fight Ends in Shooting

Location: 200 Block of South 32nd Street Case Number: 23-07584 Date/Time: November 3rd, 2023 at 10:09 PM More Information: Public Information Coordinator | spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Sergeant James Wilson NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: On November 3rd, 2023 at 10:09 PM Officers [...]

Standoff Ends in Arrest of Domestic Violence Suspect

October 20, 2023|Comments Off on Standoff Ends in Arrest of Domestic Violence Suspect

Location: 5300 Block of Main Street – Springfield Case Number: 23-7225 Date/Time: 10/20/2023 | Initial Call: 12:16 a.m. | Suspect In Custody: 5:58 a.m. More Information: Public Information Coordinator | spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Lieutenant George Crolly INVOLVED SUSPECT: Whitaker, Alexander [...]

SPD Partners with ODOT & Oregon Impact on Distracted Driving Awareness Billboard

October 12, 2023|Comments Off on SPD Partners with ODOT & Oregon Impact on Distracted Driving Awareness Billboard

Location: Route 126 – South of Eastbound Lanes, Viewable from Westbound Lanes More Information: Public Information Coordinator | spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Zak Gosa-Lewis, PIC INFORMATION: Springfield drivers may have noticed a new billboard along Route 126 in recent weeks. The [...]