Oregon Association Chiefs of Police

08/21/2026

08/18/2026

The Phoenix Oregon Police Department is looking for a Police Chief
Salary range - $101,209-129,168
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08/17/2026

Today is National Nonprofit Day

OACP’s work reaches far beyond any single department or community. By supporting Oregon’s police leaders, strengthening professional training, providing timely resources and helping shape effective public-safety policy, the association contributes to safer communities across our state.

As we recognize National Nonprofit Day, we invite you to consider supporting the Oregon Association Chiefs of Police.

Whether your contribution is large or small, it helps OACP continue investing in the people, partnerships and resources that strengthen law enforcement leadership throughout Oregon.

Learn more or make a tax-deductible contribution today:
https://www.policechief.org/considering-donating/

Thank you for investing in strong leadership and safer communities across Oregon.

08/14/2026

Supporting Strong Leadership and Safer Communities Across Oregon

The Oregon Association Chiefs of Police works throughout the year to strengthen law enforcement leadership, provide trusted training and resources, contribute to thoughtful public-safety policy, and help Oregon’s police leaders prepare for emerging challenges.

As National Nonprofit Day approaches, we are pleased to introduce a new way for individuals, organizations and businesses to support this work.
Every contribution helps OACP continue providing the leadership development, advocacy, collaboration and professional resources that benefit agencies and communities throughout Oregon.

Learn more about OACP’s statewide mission and the many ways your support can make a difference: https://www.policechief.org/considering-donating/

08/13/2026

The Oregon Association Chiefs of Police congratulates Steve Wilson on his appointment as Chief of Police for the Nyssa Police Department .

Chief Wilson brings nearly 18 years of law enforcement experience to the position, including almost six years serving the Nyssa community. His law enforcement career began in Washington, where his background included service in Honor Guard duties before eventually making his way to Eastern Oregon.

Chief Wilson joined the Nyssa Police Department in January 2021 as a reserve officer, bringing with him his previous Washington law enforcement experience. At the time, he was also serving as Senior Pastor of Nyssa Nazarene Church and was selected to serve as the community’s Police/Fire Chaplain, supporting both law enforcement and fire personnel.

In the years that followed, Chief Wilson continued serving the Nyssa community through both law enforcement and pastoral ministry. He remained in pastoral leadership at Nyssa Nazarene Church while advancing within the Nyssa Police Department, ultimately rising to the rank of sergeant and taking on greater leadership responsibilities within the agency under then Chief Ballou.

That combination of law enforcement, pastoral leadership and chaplaincy has provided Chief Wilson with a distinctive perspective on public service. His work has placed him alongside individuals, families and first responders during difficult moments while also allowing him to build relationships throughout the community he now has the opportunity to lead as Chief of Police.

Steve became involved with OACP while serving as a Nyssa Police sergeant, joining the association in 2025. His appointment continues a career marked by law enforcement service, community involvement, leadership and a longstanding commitment to the people of Nyssa.

OACP congratulates Chief Wilson on this new chapter and wishes him continued success as he leads the Nyssa Police Department. We look forward to his continued involvement with OACP and Oregon’s law enforcement leadership community.

08/13/2026

Joining Reedsport Police Department in congratulating Chief Scoville on his promotion. Chief Scoville brings more than three decades of Oregon law enforcement experience to the position. He began his career with the North Bend Police Department in 1990, where he was promoted to corporal, before joining the Coos Bay Police Department in 1994. Over the course of his career, he has served in a wide variety of assignments, including as a watch commander, detective, narcotics detective, field training officer, defensive tactics instructor, K-9 officer and trainer, motorcycle officer and school resource officer.

In 2011, Chief Scoville joined the Coquille Tribal Police Department, where his work included extensive K-9 and narcotics enforcement experience and service with the South Coast Interagency Narcotics Team. He returned to the Coos Bay Police Department in 2020 and retired in July 2025 after more than 33 years of public safety service. Throughout his career, Chief Scoville has also been recognized for his commitment to training and mentoring fellow officers — a legacy that has extended to his own family, with both of his sons following him into law enforcement and serving with the Coos Bay Police Department.

Chief Scoville joined the Reedsport Police Department as lieutenant in February 2026 and was soon called upon to serve as interim police chief. His permanent appointment reflects a career built on extensive operational experience, leadership, mentorship and service to communities throughout Oregon’s South Coast.

OACP congratulates Chief Scoville on this well-earned appointment and wishes him continued success as he leads the Reedsport Police Department.

08/03/2026

The OACP congratulates Todd Spingath on his appointment as Chief of the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians Police Department.

Chief Spingath brings more than three decades of military and law enforcement experience to the position. He began his public safety career in 1991 as a military police officer in the United States Air Force, later serving as a corrections officer before joining the Roseburg Police Department in December 1999.

During his 25-year career with Roseburg Police Department, Todd served extensively in criminal investigations, including more than a decade as a detective and service with the Douglas County Major Crimes Team. His experience also includes tactical-team leadership, fi****ms instruction and field training. He was among the first officers to respond to the 2015 shooting at Umpqua Community College and was later awarded the Roseburg Police Department’s Medal of Honor for his actions.

Following his retirement from Roseburg Police in December 2024, Chief Spingath joined the Cow Creek Tribal Police Department as a police officer in January 2025. He was promoted to acting chief in February 2026 before being selected and sworn in as the permanent Police Chief last Wednesday.

Chief Spingath’s extensive experience, longstanding connection to Douglas County and demonstrated commitment to protecting and serving others will be tremendous assets as he leads the Cow Creek Tribal Police Department.

Congratulations, Chief Spingath, on this well-earned appointment. OACP looks forward to welcoming you and working alongside you in this new role.

08/03/2026

The OACP congratulates Nyssa Police Department Police Chief Donald “Donnie” Ballou on his retirement following nearly 29 years of dedicated law enforcement service - all with the Nyssa Police Department.

Chief Ballou began his career as a reserve officer in October 1997 and became a full-time police officer the following year. Over the decades, he steadily rose through the department’s ranks, and became the chief of police beginning in 2021. His career reflects a deep and enduring commitment to the Nyssa community, the officers he has served alongside, and the profession of law enforcement.

During his tenure as chief, Chief Ballou led his department through both progress and profound hardship. Following the 2023 line-of-duty death of Reserve Corporal Joseph Johnson, he helped guide the department and community through an unimaginable loss, responding with compassion, strength, and gratitude for the support extended to Nyssa from across the region.

Chief Ballou has been an OACP member since 2018 and has represented Malheur, Harney, and Grant counties on the OACP Board of Directors since 2022. Representing one of Oregon’s most geographically remote regions, he has brought an essential eastern Oregon perspective to the Board. His firsthand understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing smaller and rural agencies has been a tremendous asset to OACP and has helped ensure that law enforcement leaders from every part of the state have a voice in the association’s work.

Chief Ballou, thank you for your many years of steadfast service, for your leadership within the Nyssa community, and for the time, insight, and perspective you have generously shared with OACP. Your service has made a lasting difference, and it has been a privilege to have you as part of our association and Board.

Congratulations on your retirement, Chief Ballou. We wish you and your family all the very best in this well-earned next chapter.

07/17/2026

Future officers? Maybe. Happy kids? Definitely. Just another day for OACP Chief of the Year, Chief Dave Rash of ROGUE RIVER PD