Eric Piscatella

Honorably discharged United States Marine Corps Veteran, former Peace Officer for Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

Deputy Sheriff | Riverside County Sheriff’s Department | March 2019 - October 2024

• Conducted Investigations: Gathered information, interviewed witnesses, and documented findings to support criminal investigations, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all reports. 

• Community Engagement: Built strong relationships with community members, fostering trust and promoting awareness of local law enforcement services through public events and outreach.

• Ensured Safety and Compliance: Conducted regular checks on local businesses and public spaces, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining a secure environment for all community members.

•  Coachella Community Action Team (CCAT):

-     Engaged directly with the community to address quality-of-life concerns and reduce criminal activity    through problem-oriented policing.

-    Built strong partnerships with residents, businesses, and community leaders to enhance public safety.

•  Investigation Bureau – Special Investigations Unit (SIU):

-     Conducted in-depth criminal investigations involving narcotics, weapons offenses, and organized crime.

-     Utilized surveillance, undercover operations, and informant management to gather intelligence and secure prosecutions.

-    Prepared detailed investigative reports and testified in court proceedings.

• Coachella Valley Violent Crime Gang Task Force (CVVCGTF):
• Assigned as a task force officer focusing on gang intelligence, enforcement, and suppression operations.
• Assisted in joint operations with allied agencies to target high-risk offenders and violent criminal networks.
• Participated in the execution of search warrants, arrests, and long-term investigations.

Mortarman | United States Marine Corps | February 2015 - January 2019

Squad Leader | March 2017 - January 2019

• Mathematically computed and communicated firing data to 40 Marines within an eight-gun mortar section
• Communicated with artillery and air assets to ensure safe firing of weapons
• Controlled firing ranges on Camp Pendleton and the Marine Rotational Force in Darwin, Australia with Australian and Japanese military personnel
• Navigated up to 75 convoys to and from mortar firing positions in Camp Pendleton, 29 Palms, and Darwin Australia
• Directed and managed the safe and accurate firing of over 7,000 mortar rounds

Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Instructor | November 2017 – January 2019

• Led martial arts and self-defense courses for individuals and groups, training over 40 Marines in effective, ethical hand-to-hand combat techniques.
• Designed and implemented progressive training plans to improve physical fitness, tactical awareness, and personal confidence in high-stress scenarios.
• Assessed student performance and issued certifications based on technical execution, knowledge of ethics and character, and physical standards.
• Fostered a culture of safety, accountability, and resilience; maintained 100% compliance with military safety and risk mitigation procedures.
• Mentored junior instructors and team members to enhance leadership capabilities and unit cohesion.

Currently enrolled at College of the Desert.