Scott Wallace
Chico
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with over 19 years of experience in investigations, public safety, and community service, and background investigations. Skilled in conducting thorough background investigations, managing high-pressure situations, and providing integrity and professionalism to clients. Adept at handling large case loads and completing full product in a timely manner.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compliance Monitor
Major League Baseball
04.2025 - Current
- Monitor compliance with organizational policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain ethical and operational integrity across programs.
- Prepare detailed reports for management, summarizing findings and recommendations.
Background Investigator, Public Safety
Creative Security Company
02.2020 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive POST-certified background investigations for public safety candidates across multiple Bay Area agencies, completing hundreds of investigations with meticulous attention to detail.
- Verify candidate qualifications through interviews, reference checks, and record reviews, ensuring compliance with hiring standards.
- Deliver timely, accurate reports to clients, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Deputy Sheriff, Patrol and Custody Divisions
Marin County Sheriff’s Office
11.2012 - 04.2023
- Performed routine patrol duties, including traffic enforcement, crime reporting, and felony/misdemeanor investigations, maintaining public safety in diverse communities.
- Executed coroner duties, including death investigations.
- Applied community policing principles to build trust and enhance public safety in rural and urban areas.
- Trained in conflict management, jail riot control, and custody operations, ensuring operational readiness in high-stress environments.
- Demonstrated proficiency in firearms, mental health crisis intervention, and gang awareness training.
Deputy Sheriff / Coroner, Detective Division
Sutter County Sheriff’s Office
12.2007 - 11.2012
- Investigated complex felony cases, including homicide, sexual assault, and burglary, achieving a high case closure rate.
- Served as Field Training Officer, mentoring new deputies to ensure adherence to departmental standards.
- Coordinated the 'Shop with a Cop' program, fostering positive community relations by supporting underprivileged children.
- Earned 'Officer of the Year' award from Marysville Exchange Club (2011) and multiple commendations from the City of Live Oak for exemplary public service.
- Conducted coroner duties, including detailed documentation and coordination with medical examiners.
Education
Master of Arts - Disaster Management & Homeland Security
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute and University
Sacramento, CA01.2010
Associate of Arts - Corrections
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CA01.2006
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CA01.2005
Skills
- Background Investigations (POST-Certified)
- Criminal and Coroner Investigations
- Conflict Resolution and Crisis Intervention
- Community Policing and Public Relations
- Leadership and Team Building
- Firearms Proficiency and Safety
- Disaster Management and Emergency Response
- Report Writing and Documentation
- Discipline
- Incident reporting
- Problem-solving
- Coordination and teamwork
- Friendly and respectful
- Microsoft office
- Conflict resolution
- Creative thinking
- Punctual and reliable
- Time management
Websites
Certification
- Advanced POST Certificate, 2013
- Intermediate POST Certificate, 2011
- Basic POST Certificate, 2009
- POST Law Enforcement Academy Certificate, College of the Redwoods, Eureka, CA, 2004
Awards
- Officer of the Year, Marysville Exchange Club, 2011
- Multiple Commendations for Excellent Public Service, City of Live Oak
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Compliance Monitor
Major League Baseball
04.2025 - Current
Background Investigator, Public Safety
Creative Security Company
02.2020 - Current
Deputy Sheriff, Patrol and Custody Divisions
Marin County Sheriff’s Office
11.2012 - 04.2023
Deputy Sheriff / Coroner, Detective Division
Sutter County Sheriff’s Office
12.2007 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute and University
Associate of Arts - Corrections
Solano Community College
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Solano Community College
Master of Arts - Disaster Management & Homeland Security
Arizona State University
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