Commissioned Officers

Commissioned Security Officer

IMPORTANT APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of verifiable professional security experience. Candidates who do not meet the licensing and experience requirements will not be considered for this position.

Post Locations

Star Protection Agency has security assignments located throughout Houston and surrounding areas, including opportunities in or near the following ZIP codes: 77583 | 77077 | 77024

Applicants should carefully consider travel distance, reliable transportation, and availability before applying. Placement is based on qualifications, experience, availability, client requirements, and current operational needs.

Application & Interview Process

Once an application has been completed and submitted, Star Protection Agency's Recruiting Team will review the applicant's employment history, security experience, and licensing credentials to verify that the minimum qualifications for the position have been met.

Applicants who meet the required qualifications will receive further communication regarding available interview dates and the next steps in the hiring process.

Submitting an application does not guarantee an interview or employment. Applicants must meet Star Protection Agency's minimum licensing, experience, and position-specific requirements before advancing in the hiring process.

Job Summary

Star Protection Agency is seeking experienced, professional, and dependable Commissioned Security Officers to support our growing security operations throughout the Houston area.

Commissioned Security Officers are responsible for protecting people, property, and client assets through proactive patrols, access control, surveillance, incident response, and enforcement of established security procedures. Officers are expected to demonstrate sound judgment, situational awareness, professionalism, accountability, reliability, and strong customer service while representing Star Protection Agency and our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible and professional security presence at the assigned property.
• Conduct routine interior and exterior patrols to identify safety concerns, suspicious activity, unauthorized access, and potential security risks.
• Monitor CCTV, access control systems, alarms, and other security equipment as required.
• Control and document access for employees, residents, visitors, vendors, contractors, and other authorized individuals.
• Respond promptly and professionally to incidents, emergencies, disturbances, and security concerns.
• Utilize appropriate conflict-management and de-escalation techniques.
• Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely incident reports, daily activity reports, and other required documentation.
• Follow all post orders, client procedures, company policies, and applicable security regulations.
• Maintain proper accountability and safe handling of authorized firearms and security equipment.
• Assist with emergency response procedures, including evacuations, fire-related incidents, severe weather, and medical emergencies.
• Provide professional customer service and maintain appropriate communication with clients, visitors, supervisors, and team members.
• Immediately report significant incidents, safety concerns, and operational issues through the appropriate supervisory channels.

Required Qualifications

• Active and valid Texas Commissioned Security Officer License (Level III) — REQUIRED.
• Minimum of 3 years of verifiable professional security experience — REQUIRED.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to report consistently to the assigned Houston-area post.
• Demonstrated experience in physical security, patrol operations, access control, incident response, or similar security environments.
• Ability to follow written post orders, company policies, client expectations, and established reporting procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, professional, accurate, and fact-based security reports.
• Strong situational awareness and the ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment during stressful situations.
• Professional appearance, dependable attendance, and punctuality.
• Strong customer-service skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients, employees, visitors, and the public.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the assigned post, including prolonged standing, walking, patrolling, and responding to incidents.
• Must successfully complete all company-required screening, credential verification, and onboarding requirements.

Our Expectations

At Star Protection Agency, we are committed to placing qualified and experienced security professionals in assignments where their skills, experience, availability, and capabilities align with the needs of our clients.

Our Commissioned Security Officers are expected to represent Star Protection Agency with integrity, professionalism, accountability, vigilance, reliability, and respect.

We are seeking individuals who view security as a professional career, take pride in their responsibilities, and are committed to maintaining the service standards expected by Star Protection Agency and the clients we serve.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE AN ACTIVE TEXAS COMMISSIONED SECURITY OFFICER LICENSE (LEVEL III) AND AT LEAST 3 YEARS OF VERIFIABLE PROFESSIONAL SECURITY EXPERIENCE.