Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Personal Information
Certification
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Scott Winchell

Scott Winchell

Yucaipa

Summary

Accomplished leader with a proven track record, adept in strategic planning and community relations. Expertise in enhancing public safety and operational efficiency, demonstrated through successful regulatory compliance and fostering key partnerships. Skilled in crime prevention and leadership, achieving significant advancements in security management and community engagement.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Unarmed Security Guard

Allied Universal Event Services
12.2024 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service to clients, addressing their concerns and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
  • Prevented escalations in conflicts through effective communication skills and conflict resolution techniques, maintaining a calm environment onsite.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Responded to emergency situations with timely decision-making and efficient action, ensuring the safety of all involved.

Police Volunteer

City of Hemet
09.2018 - 11.2022
  • Strengthened communication skills, regularly liaising between police officers and the general public.
  • Enhanced public safety by assisting in traffic control during special events and emergencies.
  • Supported law enforcement officers by providing administrative assistance and completing clerical tasks as needed.
  • Developed a strong understanding of local laws, ordinances, and regulations to provide accurate information to citizens.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by performing various roles within the department, including administrative support, community liaison, and patrol functions.
  • Provided support during emergency response situations, such as evacuations or securing perimeters around hazardous scenes.
  • Assisted police officers with crowd control at large gatherings or protests, ensuring public safety while respecting individual rights to peaceful assembly.
  • Improved community relations by participating in local events and engaging with residents.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.

Editor in Chief

Standup America US
05.2009 - 01.2018
  • Increased readership through strategic content planning and audience engagement techniques.
  • Developed strong relationships with industry experts, conducting interviews and securing exclusive content for the publication.
  • Adhered to ethical guidelines and standards to promote responsible publication and media practices.
  • Enhanced publication quality by implementing rigorous editing and proofreading processes.
  • Assigned manuscript submissions to editorial board for peer review and publishing determination
  • Developed publication website, blogs and social media presence.
  • Maintained a consistent editorial voice throughout all published materials, reinforcing the publication''s unique identity.
  • Prioritized timely delivery of articles by adhering to strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
  • Minimized procedural problems and publication errors with stringent fact checking.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional campaigns, resulting in increased brand visibility.
  • Established editorial direction and publication policies and procedures and monitored and maintained functional consistency.
  • Ensured compliance with legal requirements regarding copyright and intellectual property laws in all published materials.
  • Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
  • Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.

Chief Operations Officer

Gerard Group International
02.2006 - 04.2009
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining strong relationships with regulatory bodies and implementing necessary updates to internal policies.
  • Supported business growth through strategic planning and process development.
  • Made decisions with broad and positive impact on security management operations.
  • Formulated analysis assessments to make informed decisions on proposed projects.
  • Deliver strategic and practical advice for security operations at client locations.
  • Met customer service standards and expectations consistently by effectively communicating and actively listening.
  • Drove operational direction, administrative and cost efficiency and coordination of security program initiatives on behalf of clients.
  • Built strategic relationships with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
  • Monitored internal controls to protect client facilities and assets.
  • Enhanced company growth by identifying new market opportunities and developing expansion strategies.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.

University Administrator

Boston College
08.1988 - 06.2005

Employed in several areas of progressive administrative support, advancing through promotion to include:

Director of University Workshop for scientific research and educational support in the hard sciences, supervising engineers, technicians, and machinists on electronic and mechanical equipment. Designed and created specialized research instruments.

Promoted to Special Assistant to the Executive Vice President to conduct and supervise reorganization efforts to streamline departments and induce cost-savings measures in multiple university departments.

Additionally, tasked with the creation of a parking system and campus access procedures and policies for all university properties and events.

Also performed as the liaison to the busing system, event management coordination, civilian liaison with law enforcement, community relations liaison, with emphasis on large sporting events.

Supervised the design and maintenance of all parking structures and land based access and parking, and pedestrian interaction. Member of the police dpeartment hiring board.



Education

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Boston College
05-1997

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Boston College
08-1995

Skills

  • Community Relations
  • Public Safety
  • Crime Prevention
  • Fleet Management
  • Leadership
  • Special Projects Coordination and Oversight
  • Penal Code and Ordinances
  • Facility security
  • Crowd control
  • Patrolling techniques
  • Situational awareness
  • Public safety protocols
  • Emergency response

Accomplishments

    Graduated local Hemet police academy in 2018

    Recognized as 'Rookie of the Year' as a volunteer in the Hemet Police Department in 2019

    Promoted twice achieving the positon of department leader in Fleet Management for the Hemet PD

    National Honor Society in High School in New Britain, CT

    Alpha Sigma Nu National Honor Society at Boston College

    Nationally recognized in leading publications for reorganization work at Boston College in Project Delta

    Directed the security for the International Intelligence Summit in St. Petersburg, FL in 2007

    Chief of Staff and Ghost Writer for a retired Army Major General

Personal Information

Title: Educator/Manager

Certification

Current California Guard Card: G6809857

Timeline

Unarmed Security Guard

Allied Universal Event Services
12.2024 - Current

Police Volunteer

City of Hemet
09.2018 - 11.2022

Editor in Chief

Standup America US
05.2009 - 01.2018

Chief Operations Officer

Gerard Group International
02.2006 - 04.2009

University Administrator

Boston College
08.1988 - 06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Boston College

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Boston College
Scott Winchell