Brent Powell
Lafayette,OR
Summary
Composed Police Detective experienced in managing complex situations with a detail-oriented approach. Delivered effective communication and project management skills while handling multiple tasks in fast-paced environments. Focused on optimizing processes and addressing issues proactively to support team objectives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Detective/Officer
Tualatin Police Department
04.2016 - Current
- Investigated complex cases including robbery, burglary, ICAC (internet crimes against children), child abuse, sexual assaults, and homicides, leading to successful prosecutions
- Interviewed victims, suspects, and witnesses to gather crucial evidence and build case narratives
- Prepared and applied for search warrants to secure evidence and support ongoing investigations
- Write detailed and accurate reports
- Maintain courteous rapport with prosecutors in the tri-county area
Police Officer
Tempe Police Department
06.2014 - 04.2016
- Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls, ensuring community safety and prompt assistance
- Patrol assigned areas, observing people and activities
- Observe traffic violations and issue citations, if warranted
- Conducted criminal investigations for domestic violence, assaults, property crimes, and narcotics offenses, leading to effective resolutions and community protection
Police Officer
Tucson Police Department
04.2012 - 06.2014
- Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls, ensuring timely assistance and public safety
- Patrolled assigned areas, monitoring community activities to deter crime and enhance public order
- Observed traffic violations and issued citations as warranted, promoting road safety and compliance
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls
Education
B.A. - Business Management
Simpson College
Indianola, Iowa12-2006
Skills
- Proficient with CAD
- Interpersonal communication
- Proficient with Mark43 report writing
- Complex investigations
- Team management
- Team leadership skills
- Community engagement
- Team operations leadership
- Incident analysis
- Crime scene evaluation
Accomplishments
- Graduated from the Metro Area Sergeants Academy in 2024, completing advanced leadership and supervisory training focused on effective personnel management, decision-making, and incident leadership.
- Investigated and resolved complex cases involving resource utilization and management, applying sound judgment and investigative skills to identify issues, develop solutions, and ensure effective use of organizational resources.
- Managed complex and critical incidents, providing decisive leadership and coordinating resources under high-pressure circumstances to support effective resolution and maintain operational continuity.
Certification
Advanced law enforcement certification.
Timeline
Police Detective/Officer
Tualatin Police Department
04.2016 - Current
Police Officer
Tempe Police Department
06.2014 - 04.2016
Police Officer
Tucson Police Department
04.2012 - 06.2014
B.A. - Business Management
Simpson College
Activities and Honors
Police Officer of the Year (2019), Distinguished Service Medal (2022), Medal of Valor (2020), Metro Area Sergeants Academy (2024)