University of South Floriday Police Department Officer of the Year -
Detective Brian Pearson

Since joining the USF Police Department Detective Pearson has gone above and beyond what is considered average or acceptable by personnel standards.  This work ethic is what earned him a two-year detective assignment early in his career.  Det Pearson has been instrumental in developing a higher standard of investigation through the use of current technology and resourcefulness.  He strives to cover all case possibilities through the use of innovative tools, a close working relationship with patrol in the sharing of information, community contacts, networking with other law enforcement agencies and old fashioned Hard Work!  Det. Pearson maintains a high case load and has had many case closure successes. 

Det. Pearson is always willing to assist his supervisors and fellow officers in any capacity needed.  He has proved himself to be readily available to the agency at a moments notice.  Det. Pearson has taken a lead role when working on Task Force initiatives with other agencies.  He assists with the planning, coordination and implementation of these endeavors.

Det. Pearson is also a certified Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Instructor.  Selections for these instructors are closely monitored as they train and work with women who may be survivors of past violence.  It is with this continued commitment and dedication to the community of the University of South Florida, residents of Hillsborough county and fellow officers of the USF Police Department that Detective Pearson was awarded the 2009 Officer of the Year.