Scott McLeod
Salamanca,NY
Summary
Dedicated Deputy Sheriff bringing many years of excellent performance in law enforcement roles. Passionate about public safety with strong knowledge of local laws and regulations. Proven history of fostering public safety and awareness through consistent patrol efforts and security details for community events.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Cattaraugus County Sheriffs Office
Little Valley, NY
09.2001 - Current
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Provided courtroom security for judicial proceedings.
- Maintained order in courtrooms by identifying disturbances and taking appropriate action.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Prepared detailed written reports documenting incident information and investigative activities.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
School Resource Officer
Cattaraugus County Sheriffs Office
Pioneer School District, NY
09.2001 - 06.2004
- Conducted daily patrols of school grounds to ensure safety of students and faculty.
- Maintained a visible presence in classrooms, hallways, and other areas on campus.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Responded to emergency situations such as fights, medical issues, or suspicious activity.
- Provided support to school staff with discipline issues involving students.
- Investigated reports of bullying and harassment among students.
- Developed relationships with students by engaging in conversations and activities.
- Intervened when necessary to prevent potential conflicts from escalating into violence.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, and other stakeholders to create safe learning environments for all students.
- Provided training sessions for faculty members regarding security protocols for handling emergencies.
- Attended meetings with school personnel concerning student discipline issues or safety concerns.
- Served as a liaison between the school and local law enforcement agencies during incidents requiring police involvement.
- Enforced laws related to juveniles by issuing citations or making arrests when appropriate.
- Maintained records of disciplinary actions taken against students and submitted reports accordingly.
- Worked closely with mental health professionals when responding to crises involving suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
- Assisted in developing strategies for dealing with difficult situations that may arise at school.
- Mentored students to help foster positive and safe learning environment.
- Mediated conflicts between students and teachers.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
Education
Criminal Justice
Jamestown Community College
Olean, NYSkills
- Court Testimony
- Courthouse safety
- Witness interviews
- Evidence identification
- Witness communication
- Public disturbance investigation
- Crime investigation discovery
- Public disturbance resolution
- Serving court documents
- Public event security
- Public Safety
- Crime investigation
- Traffic citations
- Courtroom supervision
- Crime Prevention
- Emergency Management
- Firearms proficiency
- Courtroom Testimony
- Surveillance
- Criminal Investigations
- Community policing
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Arrest procedures
- Street patrol
- Incident Response
- First-aid and CPR
- Law Enforcement
- Accident investigation
Affiliations
- Avid outdoorsman, Musician, DJ
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Cattaraugus County Sheriffs Office
09.2001 - Current
School Resource Officer
Cattaraugus County Sheriffs Office
09.2001 - 06.2004
Criminal Justice
Jamestown Community College
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