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

Central Lane Show ‘N Shine

July 15, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

SUB Light of Liberty

July 4, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Willamalane Children’s Celebration

June 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Media Releases

Officers Partner to Recover $19,000 in Stolen Bikes – *UPDATE* Additional $12,000 in Bikes Recovered ($31,000 Total)

May 14, 2024|Comments Off on Officers Partner to Recover $19,000 in Stolen Bikes – *UPDATE* Additional $12,000 in Bikes Recovered ($31,000 Total)

Location: Springfield, OR Case Number: Multiple Date/Time: May 2024 More Information: spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Zak Gosa-Lewis, Public Information Coordinator NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: Refer to SPD Media Release ‘Officers Partner to Recover $19,000 in Stolen Bikes’ for background. Since February, two [...]

Multi-Agency Effort Leads to Safety for Suicidal Young Man

May 10, 2024|Comments Off on Multi-Agency Effort Leads to Safety for Suicidal Young Man

Location: Harlow Road Overpass Case Number: 24-3079 Date/Time: 5.4.2024 @ 2200Hrs More Information: spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Zak Gosa-Lewis, Public Information Coordinator NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: On May 5, 2024, Springfield Police Department Officers responded to the area of Gateway Street and [...]

Officer Awareness Leads to Recovery of Over $8,000 in Stolen Tools

April 18, 2024|Comments Off on Officer Awareness Leads to Recovery of Over $8,000 in Stolen Tools

Location: Springfield, OR Case Number: 24-2465 Date/Time: April 8, 2024 More Information: spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Zak Gosa-Lewis, Public Information Coordinator NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: On April 8, 2024, a Springfield Police Department Officer noticed a Facebook Marketplace listing of multiple high-value [...]