Peter Cozzitarto
Eastvale,CA
Summary
Experienced Gang Deputy Probation Officer with 26 years in criminal justice and law enforcement. Safety-oriented, fair and professional when dealing with unruly members in the community/ offenders and problem situations. Well-versed in gang intelligence and criminology. Vast background in field supervision, community safety and criminal investigations. Worked with the Orange County Sheriff Department's Warrant Apprehension Team and the Costa Mesa Police Department's Gang/TARGET Unit.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Agent
Nationwide Guard Services
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular patrols throughout the premises to identify potential security risks.
- Escorted individuals offsite when necessary according to set policies and procedures.
- Responded quickly to alarms and emergency situations while ensuring all relevant procedures were followed correctly.
- Maintain positive and professional relationship with high end client in Laguna Beach, Ca.
- Performed security checks of personnel, visitors and their belongings to ensure safety of the premises.
Security Specialist
Security Industry Specialists
Culver City, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Provided security for celebrity and executive clients, both residential, business, and special events.
- Provde security at the annual Oscars detail.
- Performed audits and inspections of facility to locate potential threats.
- Ran routine security checks, suggesting improvements as necessary.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Responded to incidents of workplace violence and unruly behavior on company property.
Security Specialist
Premier Group International
Mission Viejo, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Provided security for celebrity and executive clients, both residential, business, and special events.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored client safety.
- Maintained safety of residents by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on premises.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
Deputy Probation Officer II
County of Orange - Probation Department
Santa Ana, CA
09.1996 - 07.2022
- Monitored offenders' activities regarding fulfillment of court ordered requirements.
- Gathered social and legal data on each probationer and verified details.
- Executed pre-sentence and pre-parole investigations.
- Supervised cases referred to juvenile court.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Organized and conducted photograph line-ups to isolate and identify suspects.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Participated in probation/parole compliance sweeps and conducted arrests.
- Conducted surveillance and participated in undercover police operations.
- Worked as a Gang officer with the Costa Mesa Police Department and Orange County District Attorney's Office in the Tri-Agency Regional Gang Enforcement Team (TARGET).
- Participated in monthly firearms training and state mandated (STC) training as required.
- Testified in court as subpoenaed
- Provided new probation officer training/presentations on essential job duties.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
Executive Chauffeur/Protection
RydeWell/Flyte Tyme/1650 Chauffeurs
City of Los Angeles, CA
05.2014 - 12.2019
- Identified client needs and worked closely with risk management personnel to ascertain appropriate solutions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Transported celebrity/executive clients to and from events.
Education
Associate of Science - Correctional Science
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA06.1994
Skills
- Court Report Documentation
- Field Supervision
- Firearm Basic Training
- Electronic Monitoring
- Security Checks
- Notorious Gangs Seminar
- Surveillance Conductor
- Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
- Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
- Public Safety
- Protecting People and Property
- Critical Thinking
- Criminal Investigations
- Foot Patrolling
- Advanced Lethal Weapons Training
- Undercover Operations
- Reviewing Body Camera Footage
- Organized Crime Knowledge
- Calm Under Pressure
- Extensive Gang Knowledge
- Evidence Collection and Evaluation
- Search and Seizure Warrants
- Street Slang
- Felony Laws Knowledge
Timeline
Security Agent
Nationwide Guard Services
11.2023 - Current
Security Specialist
Security Industry Specialists
12.2022 - Current
Security Specialist
Premier Group International
08.2022 - Current
Executive Chauffeur/Protection
RydeWell/Flyte Tyme/1650 Chauffeurs
05.2014 - 12.2019
Deputy Probation Officer II
County of Orange - Probation Department
09.1996 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Correctional Science
Chaffey College
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