Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Timeline

Arnett Barrett

Birmingham,United Kingdom

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Public Speaker

Ministry of National Security
Mandeville, Jamaica
11.2003 - 05.2023
  • Communicated clearly and professionally, demonstrating responsibility and commitment to help drive positive reviews.
  • Created and used PowerPoint presentations to provide summaries and additional information.
  • Used voice control techniques to prioritise clarity and give dynamic speeches to hold interest of listeners.
  • Wrote scripts to meet project brief, using appropriate content and tone for different audiences.
  • Travelled to locations to arrive with plenty of time to prepare for presentations.
  • Generated interest using interactive techniques and engaging storytelling.
  • Responded to individual feedback and audience responses to improve presentation material and delivery.
  • Prepared and delivered bespoke presentations to diverse range of groups.
  • Gained confidence sharing vulnerabilities to build trust with listeners.
  • Conveyed personality on stage to offer relatable performance, driving audience connection and engagement.

Police Sergeant

Ministry of National Security
Mandeville, Jamaica
03.1986 - 05.2022
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations, leading calm and effective negotiations with suspects to diffuse highly charged situations.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality through careful and correct storage of case documents, in line with internal policies.
  • Aided investigations through strategic interviewing and statement taking of victims, suspects, witnesses and informants.
  • Supported rescue efforts in emergency situations by directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and removing people from dangerous areas.
  • Engaged in community outreach programmes to discourage youth from drug and crime-related offences.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to enable effective front-line policing service.
  • Directed staff on assigned shifts and reviewed completed shift activities and incidents with employees.
  • Devised and implemented strategies for identifying and resolving personnel issues.
  • Coordinated physical searches to remove contraband and weapons from suspects.
  • Applied policies and procedures to maintain high standards of security and safety.
  • Inspected staff uniforms and equipment and initiated disciplinary action for breaches or non-compliance.
  • Attended criminal and civil cases to testify and provide evidence to support judgements.
  • Assigned police officers to beats and tracked poor performance for discipline purposes.
  • Controlled front-line responses and investigations through resource allocation, supervision and risk management.
  • Established partnerships to meet community policing objectives.
  • Maintained calm under pressure in emergency response and handling, aiding desired outcomes.
  • Treated detainees with respect and dignity and addressed well-being issues during detention.
  • Screened officers for mental health issues and intervened to address potential medical concerns or obligations.
  • Assisted staff with maintaining manual and computerised records.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Human Resources Management

Management Institute for National Development, Mandeville, Jamaica
09.2001 - 07.2002

Computer Technology

Infoserv, Mandeville, Jamaica
11.1996 - 10.1997

Certificate of Higher Education - Public Speaking for Management

Management Institute for National Development, Mandeville, Jamaica
11.2002 - 05.2022

Sergeant Management

Jamaica Constabulary Force, Mandeville, Jamaica
10.2004 - 10.2004

Skills

  • Strategic corporate guidance
  • Information gathering and analysis
  • Public speaking
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Written Communication
  • Planning and Coordination

Timeline

Jamaica Constabulary Force - , Sergeant Management
10.2004 - 10.2004
Public Speaker - Ministry of National Security
11.2003 - 05.2023
Management Institute for National Development - Certificate of Higher Education, Public Speaking for Management
11.2002 - 05.2022
Management Institute for National Development - Diploma of Higher Education, Human Resources Management
09.2001 - 07.2002
Infoserv - , Computer Technology
11.1996 - 10.1997
Police Sergeant - Ministry of National Security
03.1986 - 05.2022
Arnett Barrett