Brian Pennington

Brian Pennington embarked on his law enforcement journey

in 2007, starting at the Cortez Police Department before

moving to the Apache Junction Police Department in 2011.

Over the years, he excelled in various roles, from patrol

officer to detective, demonstrating exceptional leadership and

investigative skills.

In addition to his duties as a patrol officer, Brian served on

specialized units such as the Special Response Team and the

Homeless Outreach Team. His commitment to community

service earned him recognition and the Apache Junction

Chamber of Commerce 2022 Police Officer of the Year award.

Brian's investigative skills led to his involvement in the

Community Response Enforcement Unit, where he

collaborated with multiple agencies and developed crucial

skills in drug-related investigations. His leadership within the

unit highlighted his ability to excel in supervisory roles with

minimal oversight. Promoted to corporal in 2017 and later to

patrol sergeant in 2021, Brian's leadership qualities shone through as he took on roles in the

Office of Professional Standards, overseeing state accreditation, internal investigations, and

community service projects. Brian has since taken on the Apache Junction School Resource

Officer (SRO) program, where he oversees eight SROs. Throughout his career, Brian has

demonstrated a commitment to growth, both personally and within his organization, through

continuous learning and mentorship.