Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
UAS Drone Pilot
Timeline
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Scott Spykstra

Chief Deputy: Andrew Elia Captain: Sarah Mack

Summary

Dynamic Patrol Corporal with extensive experience at Riverside County Sheriff Office, excelling in problem-solving and decision-making. Proven track record in enhancing community safety through effective patrol techniques and team collaboration. Recognized for building trust within the community and successfully managing complex investigations, ensuring adherence to ethical standards.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Patrol Corporal

Moreno Valley Sheriff Station
10.2000 - Current
  • Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
  • Contributed to the development of department policies and procedures by providing input based on experience and expertise.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on law enforcement best practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Drone Coordinator for the Moreno Valley Sheriff Station

Patrol Corporal

Jurupa Valley Sheriff Station
03.2016 - 08.2021
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Served as a role model for junior officers by exemplifying professionalism, dedication, integrity during daily tasks and interactions with the public.
  • Managed crowd control during special events or large gatherings within the community setting.
  • Assisted in criminal investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses for case development.

Background Investigator

Riverside County Sheriff Office
05.2012 - 03.2016
  • Conducted comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other individuals.
  • Documented information and submitted detailed reports.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive personal information during investigations, adhering to privacy regulations and ethical guidelines.
  • Cultivated productive working relationships with local law enforcement agencies to facilitate access to critical resources during investigative processes.

Criminal Investigator

Riverside County Sheriff Office
03.2011 - 05.2012
  • Maintained detailed records of investigations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants regarding gang and criminal activity.
  • Developed actionable leads through diligent suspect interrogations, resulting in breakthroughs on high-profile cases.

Patrol Corporal

Riverside County Sheriff Office
12.2002 - 03.2011
  • Served as a role model for junior officers by exemplifying professionalism, dedication, integrity during daily tasks and interactions with the public.
  • Conducted briefing training.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.

Education

No Degree - 24 Semester Units

Southwester Community College
Chula Vista, CA

No Degree - 24 Semester Units

Grossmont Community College
El Cajon, CA

No Degree - 6.75 Semester Units

Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA

High School Diploma -

Arvada High School
Arvada, CO
06-1991

Skills

  • Patrol techniques
  • Vehicle pursuits
  • Field training officer
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

    Deputy of the month for April 2023

    First deputy to achieve drone pilot license for Moreno Valley Sheriff Station.

    Oversee the implementation of the drone program for the Moreno Valley Sheriff Station

UAS Drone Pilot

Recieved my F.A.A. Part 107 UAS Drone Pilot License in January of 2024.

Help start and implement the drone program for the Moreno Valley Sheriff Station.

Train and qualified ten other personnel to get their Part 107 Pilot License 

Timeline

Patrol Corporal

Jurupa Valley Sheriff Station
03.2016 - 08.2021

Background Investigator

Riverside County Sheriff Office
05.2012 - 03.2016

Criminal Investigator

Riverside County Sheriff Office
03.2011 - 05.2012

Patrol Corporal

Riverside County Sheriff Office
12.2002 - 03.2011

Patrol Corporal

Moreno Valley Sheriff Station
10.2000 - Current

No Degree - 24 Semester Units

Southwester Community College

No Degree - 24 Semester Units

Grossmont Community College

No Degree - 6.75 Semester Units

Riverside Community College

High School Diploma -

Arvada High School
Scott Spykstra