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

Waypoint Church Father’s Day Car Show

June 18, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Thurston High School Job Fair

May 25, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

NAMI Lane County Walk

May 21, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Media Releases

Officers Recover Over $2,000 in Stolen Retail Merchandise

April 5, 2024|Comments Off on Officers Recover Over $2,000 in Stolen Retail Merchandise

Location: Springfield, OR Case Number: 24-2310 Date/Time: 04.02.2024 More Information: spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Zak Gosa-Lewis, Public Information Coordinator INVOLVED SUSPECT: Harway, Matthew Peter 56 Year-Old Male | Eugene, OR NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: On April 2nd, 2024, shortly before 8:00 pm, [...]

Suspicious Deaths Investigation – Update

April 1, 2024|Comments Off on Suspicious Deaths Investigation – Update

Location: 1000 Block of South 70th Street Case Number: 24-2261 Date/Time: March 31st, 2024 @ 6:43 PM More Information: Public Information Coordinator | spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Sergeant James Wilson NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: On March 31st, 2024, at 6:43 PM Springfield [...]

Officer Vehicle Struck

March 31, 2024|Comments Off on Officer Vehicle Struck

Location: Mohawk Blvd & Centennial Blvd Date/Time: March 30, 2024 | 2027 Hours More Information: Public Information Coordinator | spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Sgt. Kody Lane INVOLVED SUSPECT: Wilson, John Manuel 69 Year-Old Male | Springfield, OR NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: On [...]