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Scott Muscato

Rochester,NY

Summary

Seasoned Security Officer equipped with excellent communication skills consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution with knowledge of law enforcement investigations. Trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Safety Officer

Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
Rochester, NY
04.2023 - Current
  • Patrol Rifle certified and part of the SERT Team.
  • Performed first aid and CPR when necessary until medical personnel arrived on scene.
  • Monitored traffic flow on campus, providing directions and responding to emergency situations as needed.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports following investigations.
  • Responded quickly to alarms, calls for assistance, emergencies, or reports of suspicious persons or activities.
  • Assisted in maintaining order at public events such as concerts and sporting events.
  • Investigated suspicious activities, disturbances, thefts, or other criminal activity.

Security Officer

Rochester Regional Health
Rochester , NY
03.2021 - 11.2023
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
  • Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
  • Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
  • Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
  • Searched individuals and baggage for drugs, weapons and other prohibited items.
  • Responded to alarms and disturbances to maintain safety.
  • Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.

Armed Security Guard

Allied Universal Security Services
Rochester, NY
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at banks and medical facilities.
  • Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
  • Intervened on disturbances and utilized de-escalation techniques to prevent physical intervention and destruction of site property.
  • Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
  • Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.

NYS Certified Peace Officer

Greece Special Police
Rochester, NY
03.2021 - 10.2022

I Completed a 3 Month 16 Hour a week Academy to become a NYS Certified Peace Officer. Greece Special Police is a volunteer organization with a 12 Hour minimum a month commitment to Patrol Parks & Schools and help the Town of Greece with Events.

  • Protected motorists and pedestrians by providing traffic control at traffic accident scenes, congested areas, schools and special events.
  • Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
  • Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible presence at Parks & Schools in designated patrol vehicles.
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers at events for the Town of Greece.
  • Drove patrol vehicle to monitor 51.4 -square-mile area for dangers and hazards safely for the Town of Greece.
  • Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.

Security Guard

Wilmorite
Rochester, NY
11.2018 - 11.2021
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
  • Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
  • Responded to and thoroughly investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
  • Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
  • Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to keep close eye on important areas of buildings and grounds.
  • Triaged problems quickly and provided precise and clear information while working under minimum supervision.
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to support criminal investigations.
  • Acted as first-responder for medical emergencies, incoming calls and code red situations prior to arrival of paramedics and law enforcement.
  • Recorded required data for incident reports and files quickly and accurately.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and accuracy when providing information to Security Management.
  • Maintained safety of residents by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on premises.
  • Responded to alarms and disturbances to maintain safety.
  • Monitored security cameras and fire, building and alarm systems.
  • Assisted local and federal agencies in criminal investigations.
  • Worked with local and federal law enforcement agents to apprehend suspicious individuals.

Security Guard

Allied Universal-Harris
Rochester, NY
06.2018 - 10.2020
  • Overnight Front Desk Security with minimal supervision
  • Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to keep close eye on important areas of buildings and grounds.
  • Monitored access control systems and key code records for suspicious activities.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Patrolled and secured industrial and commercial premises to prevent intrusion.
  • Managed employee access, security roles and permissions.
  • Responded to alarms and disturbances to maintain safety.
  • Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
  • Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
  • Verified integrity and accuracy of photo ID's, tickets and passports prior to authorizing passage.
  • Monitored security cameras and fire, building and alarm systems.
  • Presented reports, findings and recommendations to upper management and relayed information regarding potential threats.

Event Security Guard

Southern Tier Security
Rochester , NY
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
  • Investigated disturbances and used proportional and strategic responses to handle different types of issues.
  • Communicated with team members and building management via radio, telephones, computers and proprietary software.
  • Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence.
  • Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
  • Sites included Blue Cross arena, Bars, Concerts, College Sport games
  • Inspected each person to check for weapons or contraband before entering premises.
  • Resolved conflicts and restrained patrons from getting into fights.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishop Kearney Highschool
Rochester NY
06.2017

Some College (No Degree) -

Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY

Skills

  • Investigative skills
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • CCTV surveillance
  • Criminal law knowledge
  • Observant
  • Crime prevention methods
  • Law enforcement background
  • Report writing
  • Vigilant and watchful
  • Premises surveillance
  • Reliability
  • High level of integrity

Certification

  • NYS Basic Course for Peace Officers
  • Police Field Training Officer Certification
  • NYS Armed Security License
  • NYS Unarmed Security License
  • NYS Pistol License

Timeline

Public Safety Officer

Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
04.2023 - Current

Armed Security Guard

Allied Universal Security Services
08.2022 - 03.2023

Security Officer

Rochester Regional Health
03.2021 - 11.2023

NYS Certified Peace Officer

Greece Special Police
03.2021 - 10.2022

Security Guard

Wilmorite
11.2018 - 11.2021

Security Guard

Allied Universal-Harris
06.2018 - 10.2020

Event Security Guard

Southern Tier Security
09.2017 - 06.2018

High School Diploma -

Bishop Kearney Highschool

Some College (No Degree) -

Monroe Community College
Scott Muscato