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

Bilingual Story Time with Chief Shearer

October 19, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Jerry’s Safety Saturday

October 8, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Media Releases

Retail Theft Mitigation Operation Results in Multiple Arrests

November 16, 2023|Comments Off on Retail Theft Mitigation Operation Results in Multiple Arrests

Location: Target Retail Store – 2750 Gateway Street Case Number: 23-7798 Date/Time: November 13, 2023 More Information: Public Information Coordinator | spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Sgt. Kyle Potter NARRATIVE OF INCIDENT: Retail theft is a growing threat for retailers, customers, and [...]

Investigation Leads to Apprehension of Armed Robbery Suspect

November 13, 2023|Comments Off on Investigation Leads to Apprehension of Armed Robbery Suspect

Location: 500 Block of Highway 99, Eugene Case Number: 23-7626 Date/Time: November 12th, 2023 at 10:30 PM More Information: Public Information Coordinator | spdpi@springfield-or.gov Completed By: Sergeant James Wilson INVOLVED SUSPECT: Crabtree, James Joshua 45-Year-Old Male | Eugene, OR CHARGES: [...]