Scott Anton Email & Phone Number

Litchfield Park, Az, Us

Litchfield Park, Az, Us

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Directly oversee and manage the people, processes, and technology associated with the client’s GSOC operations, including 20 security contractors across 2 site locations. Provide shift-based leadership, strategic program oversight, effective communication, policy/procedure development, and technical project management. Ensure monitoring/alarm systems, investigations, resources, personnel integrity, IT, physical security, and administrative-related functions is in place to support security objectives. Advocate for newly formed security policies by ensuring messaging is clearly communicated to leadership teams and cascaded down to front-line security staff. Work jointly with onsite security personnel to administer and maintain security systems, access control, video surveillance, emergency messaging, and incident reporting.Develop and distribute reports during security briefings and shift pass-downs to appraise senior management of incidents, alarm activity, sensitive investigations, and team response.Maintain access control points to ensure only authorized personnel is given access to the facility and deploy countermeasures to eliminate theft and other workplace security violations.Train newly hired security personnel, lead team-building activities, and secure commitments from all stakeholders to maximize security services, business continuity, and site resilience. Manage the ongoing review of processes, systems, and procedures to prepare for inspections and implement corrective action when gaps are uncovered.Provided turnaround management to the GSOC operation in San Francisco by recruiting new supervisors and team members and improving communication.Funneled 3 distinct sets of SOPs into one congruent manual, significantly increasing the speed and consistency in identifying and resolving incidents.

Tolleson, Arizona, United States

Served in a highly visible role to manage daily operations of a 40-officer and 6-supervisor security team while ensuring the safety and security of company assets, employees, and visitors. Oversaw team assignments, prepared department budgets, made hiring decisions, and conducted performance reviews to uncover achievements or recommend additional training. Represented the department to support the company’s security mission by ensuring all security procedures were followed to improve the working environment. Acted as the primary point of contact with law enforcement, fire department agencies, and their representatives during emergency-related events. Established a risk mitigation plan to support business continuity, minimize loss exposure, reduce liability, and engage recovery methods for the company’s assets and interests.Conducted periodic patrols and walkthroughs of the site’s interior/exterior to inspect the grounds for safety hazards that could endanger employees or visitors.Assumed a lead role on all internally-led investigations into employee theft or misconduct that jeopardized staff/visitor safety and business reputation.Managed all new security infrastructure construction projects by laying out the design, collecting bids, researching equipment costs, and presenting findings for final approval.Assumed all administrative and command accountabilities to the site security team, including report writing, staff oversight, new hire orientation, scheduling, and training. Transitioned the shift pass-down log to an electronic tracking method, procured a new security radio system, implemented improved security measures at security posts, and rewrote the tour point system.

Phone

Provided leadership and oversight of the scheduling pilot program by managing a team of 5 scheduling specialists to ensure the achievement of daily dispatch and production goals. Led the coordination and scheduling for 500+ agents across Phoenix, Tucson, Reno, and Las Vegas. Contributed to developing and improving the pilot program, assisting with developing strategies, processes, and goals. Oversaw the pilot program from go-live through full market launch and ongoing leadership to position the program for successful adoption across the entire organization. Tracked program metrics, presented a method to predict staffing needs, and recommended additional openings based on production requirements and existing team schedules.

Tonopah, Az

Functioned in a multifaceted role responsible for maintaining safety and security by administering and managing emergency response alarms. Received incoming alarms and dispatched security personnel accordingly to eliminate possible attempts of radiological sabotage. Managed access control functions using CCTV (close circuit television) and close monitoring of alarm points. Conducted regular patrols to identify and prevent unauthorized persons from accessing the site. Performed additional duties as VP of Labor Organization for the Security Department. Implemented numerous policies and strategies for workforce management and employee engagement, including developing pay scales and wage increase schedules. Developed department’s overtime structure, which consisted of volunteer and forced OT standards, helped deploy the new process department-wide, and provided training and support for 10 shift leads. Participated in mock security drills evaluated by federal agencies to identify deficiencies and recommend introducing an overhead map to improve security, emergency and incident response, and employee safety. Identified issue with high call-out rate due to forced OT and partnered with leadership to develop and implement incentive program, enabling employees that did not call out to receive quarterly bonuses. Assisted leadership in implementing disciplinary action plans for employees abusing the call-out system, which improved the call-out rate by 50%+. Selected to sit on the hiring board, conducting panel interviews for ~100 new security officer candidates.

Lemont, Il

Quickly progressed to CAS Operator role from Protective Force Member position due to outstanding performance and knowledge base. Coordinated and maintained access control for secure location, ensuring only authorized personnel entered the site. Deployed security and patrol activities to eliminate on-site theft of classified information. Oversaw the development, implementation and ongoing management of the Labor Union, including securing the organization’s election into the department. Worked collaboratively with 2 other officers in negotiating contracts for the guard force, developing shift scheduling standards, OT structure, PTO process and pay scale.

Braidwood, Il

Provided security and incident response services for the Briarwood Nuclear Station, protecting the facility against radiological sabotage through the coordination and management of security tasks. Patrolled the facility and grounds to identify and apprehend unauthorized persons. Responded to security door alarms, deploying effective action to eliminate potential infractions. Escorted visitors to locations in the plant, facilitated vehicle searches, performed access control and x-ray/explosive detection examinations.

Lemont, Il

Administered the investigation and apprehension of external theft suspects using CCTV surveillance and sales floor patrolling techniques. Conducted investigations of internal theft and dishonesty, deploying proper disciplinary action as required. Developed and managed store shrink action plan and performed regular safety and security audits. Prepared and submit detailed reports regarding all incidents, working with law enforcement as needed for proper resolution and action plan. Selected to serve on task force with other LP supervisors responsible for traveling to problem stores throughout the district to drive down theft.

Stickney, Il

Contracted to provide emergency services for other police departments with traffic control, crowd control and other peace officer duties while ensuring the safety and protection of the general public.

Oak Lawn, Il

Provided reactive and proactive enforcement of village and state ordinances using patrolling and investigations. Took on additional responsibilities in traffic control and animal control, working closely with police officers to apprehend suspects and respond to emergency situations. Assisted citizens as needed to ensure their overall safety and protection. Served in a leadership role providing training, support and performance evaluations for new officers.

Orland Park, Il

Responded to requests involving traffic accidents and power outages to direct traffic and ensure the safety of the community. Provided security services for the Village of Orland Park’s Orland Days Celebration, assisting with traffic control and crowd control.