Follow Us To Get A Full View of Our Organization
While we can tell you everything you want to know about our department here in our website, we encourage you to check out our presence on social media. You will get a good feel for our culture, community, and department on a daily basis.
See upcoming events, news releases, and more on our Facebook feed.
See day-to-day operations and meet our team working their assignments.
Stay informed with alerts, information, events, and news releases.
Organizational Structure
The Santa Maria Police Department is separated into three divisions.
ADMINISTRATION
- TRAINING
- RECORDS
- CRIME ANALYSIS
- ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
OPERATIONS
- PATROL
- TRAFFIC
SUPPORT
- DETECTIVES
- CRIME LAB
- PROPERTY & EVIDENCE
- COMMUNITY SERVICES
- DISPATCH
Special Assignments
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Crisis Negotiations Team
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Community Services Unit
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School Resource Officer
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Crisis Intervention Team
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SWAT
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Mobile Field Force
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Traffic
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Honor Guard
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K-9
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Unmanned Aerial Systems
Meet Some of Our Team
Read what some members of our team have said when asked about why they enjoy working at the Santa Maria Police Department.
“I have been with the Santa Maria Police Department for nearly 8 years. Serving the city I grew up in has been very…”
“As a 3-year officer with SMPD, this department has been the only department I have been employed with and I couldn’t …”
We Do More Than You Think…
From reading to children to keeping our community safe, you will make a difference in people’s lives.
Learn More About Joining Our Team
See what it takes to join, meet our leadership, and get to know the city of Santa Maria.
Learn about the position and what we are looking for in applicants.
Meet the command staff who lead the men and women of Santa Maria PD.
Learn more about the city of Santa Maria and why people prefer to live here.
“During the oral interview, you might be asked what you know about the department.
Memorizing the names and assignments of key leaders within the organization demonstrates your memorization skills, your determination to become a member of the department, and your research skills.”