Lieutenant Scott Joy is retired from the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office (AZ) after over 26 years of service. Beginning his career in detention services then moving to a certified position he worked his way through the ranks holding positions as a trainer in multiple disciplines, tactical operator, Field Training Officer, operations Sergeant, Search and Rescue coordinator and finally Lieutenant of operations for the western half of Yavapai County.

Throughout the course of his career, Lieutenant Joy has maintained a focus on providing up to date training in Surviving Verbal Conflict in operational procedures and critical incident management.