Security Officer Jobs in Houston

Security Officer Roles in Houston

Houston assignments include luxury and specialty retail at The Galleria and the Uptown district, River Oaks District, Highland Village, CityCentre, Memorial City and The Woodlands. Officers also staff lobbies and access points in office towers, residential buildings and private events.

The Galleria is one of the largest shopping centers in Texas and draws visitors from across the region and Latin America, so officers there manage high traffic, protect inventory and support mall security and the Houston Police Department when incidents occur. River Oaks District and Highland Village are open-air centers where clients arrive by car and expect a quiet, private experience, which puts attention on parking areas and entrances. Houston’s energy and corporate sector also needs dependable lobby and access control coverage in office towers, often across multiple shifts.

What McCray Offers Officers

• Weekly pay for every officer.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage and a 401(k) with match for eligible employees.
• Advancement to supervisor and management roles based on performance, qualifications and available positions.
• Roles from entry-level officer posts to Tier III positions for retired law enforcement officers with 20 or more years of sworn service. See the Officer Classification Program.

Before assignment, officers complete McCray’s five-stage screening process and tier-based training, including de-escalation and, for retail posts, organized retail crime recognition.

Texas Noncommissioned Security Officer License

Texas licenses individual security officers through the Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security Program. Unarmed officers in Houston need a noncommissioned security officer license. The process is:

• Complete the Level II training course and test. Level II may be given by a licensed training school or administered by a licensed guard company using its own staff, as described on the DPS Training and Continuing Education page.
• Submit an application through Texas Online Private Security (TOPS).
• Follow the emailed checklist of remaining requirements.
• Submit fingerprints electronically through the DPS-approved vendor and upload the Level II training certificate.

Requirements change, so applicants should confirm current rules with the regulator before applying. This summary is general information, not legal advice.

Additional Requirements for Armed Officers

Armed officers in Texas need a security officer commission. Applicants submit Level II and Level III training certificates and a Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health (Form PSP-13). The Level III course runs a minimum of 45 hours, includes a test and a course of fire, and must be taught by a licensed Level III instructor at a licensed Level III school. The firearm proficiency demonstration must be completed within 90 days of the application date. McCray assigns armed posts only after a review of the site’s risk, lease and insurance requirements.

What McCray Looks For

McCray looks for officers who are reliable, use sound judgment and communicate clearly. In Houston that means covering early, late and overnight shifts in office towers without missing a beat, staying observant in a busy mall corridor, cooperating smoothly with mall security and police, and writing complete incident reports. Officers at River Oaks District and similar centers should bring a polished, welcoming presence for regular clients.

How to Apply

Open positions are listed on the McCray careers portal, hosted by ADP. Not every location has openings at all times. Applicants can check the portal for current openings in the Houston area, select a position and apply online.

The recruiting team reviews each application and contacts qualified candidates. Questions can be sent to hr@mccraygp.com, and more about working at McCray is on the Careers page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do applicants need a license before applying?

Texas requires a noncommissioned security officer license for unarmed work, and Level II training may be administered by a licensed guard company. Applicants who already hold a license should include it in the application. Questions can be sent to hr@mccraygp.com.

How do applicants apply for a Texas security officer license?

Applications are submitted through Texas Online Private Security (TOPS). DPS then emails a checklist of remaining items, including electronic fingerprinting and the training certificate.

What is required for armed posts in Houston?

Armed officers need a security officer commission, which requires Level II and Level III training, a firearm proficiency demonstration and Form PSP-13. McCray assigns armed posts only after a review of each site’s requirements.

Are there openings in Houston right now?

Not every location has openings at all times. Applicants can check the careers portal for current openings in the Houston area.