Brett Pullen
Pontville,TAS
Summary
I have worked as a sworn police officer for 28 years, recently leaving the service.
While serving, I worked in the following areas.
General Uniform: Hobart, Glenorchy, Claremont, Bridgewater, and Bicheno.
Criminal Investigations Branch, Glenorchy.
Technical Surveillance Unit: Hobart
Licensing Services: Hobart.
Youth Crime Intervention Unit: Hobart.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Tasmanian Government
Hobart, TAS
06.1997 - 03.2025
- Engaged with community members to build trust and foster a safe environment.
- Transported prisoners to jails or other detention facilities as required.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Used specialized equipment such as breathalyzers during DUI investigations.
- Coordinated with legal personnel to prepare cases for prosecution.
- Operated radar equipment to detect speed violations by motorists.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to gather information on suspects and criminal activities.
- Enforced parking regulations within designated areas.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with local businesses and stakeholders to enhance community policing efforts.
- Checked buildings and businesses after hours for security purposes.
- Responded to emergency calls involving disturbances, robberies, domestic disputes.
- Investigated suspicious activities, persons, and vehicles.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons, documenting findings accurately.
- Managed crowd control during public gatherings, ensuring order and safety.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Conducted regular patrols in designated areas to deter and detect signs of criminal activity.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Monitored public events to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of crime prevention strategies.
- Participated in continuous training sessions to stay updated on law enforcement best practices.
- Attended court hearings related to cases under investigation.
- Prepared reports on incidents encountered while on duty.
- Boosted community safety, performed motor vehicle accident investigations and conducted field sobriety tests at DUI checkpoints.
- Created youth and public outreach programs and neighborhood watches while teaching D.A.R.E. and G.R.E.A.T. classes to local schools.
- Testified in court regarding arrests and investigations, presenting evidence clearly.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Interacted with members of the public while on patrol or responding to calls.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Provided first aid and emergency assistance when necessary, prioritizing public safety.
- Assisted other law enforcement agencies during emergencies when requested.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Conducted initial investigations into criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dominic College
Glenorchy, TAS11-1987
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Case preparation
- Traffic enforcement
- Report writing
- Community policing
- Evidence collection
- Crisis intervention
- Emergency response
- First aid
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
- Risk assessment
- Surveillance techniques
- Traffic direction
- Surveillance and covert operations
- Traffic laws
- Interrogation techniques
- Search and seizure procedures
- Investigative skills
- Drug laws enforcement
- Search and seizure warrants
- Integrity and honesty
- Risk mitigation
- Disciplinary measures
- Patrol procedures
- Cross-functional communication
- Planning and coordination
- Inter-agency coordination
- Crime prevention
- Search and seizure laws
- Radar speed measurement
- Firearms proficiency
- Community oriented policing
- Crime scene preservation
- Court preparation
- Patrol
- Domestic violence prevention
- Special task forces
- Defense and arrest tactics (DAAT)
- Traffic control
- Criminal law
- Intelligence reports
- Courtroom testimony
- Drug enforcement
- Criminal investigations
- Weapons safety
Affiliations
I have been involved in Soccer playing and coaching for over 35years from junior to senior to committee involvement.
Accomplishments
I have coached and played at the highest level playing in the old National Soccer League (pre A league) and have coached a current NPL level holding a B Licence Coaching Di polma
Certification
During my 28 yrs I have completed numerous courses etc : Detective training, Senior constable, Surveillance training to name a few
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Tasmanian Government
06.1997 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
Dominic College
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