CA - Security Post Commander - HOA Community (Culver City)

Trestonsecurity; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Uniform provided

Management support + 24/7 command

Job summary

Treston Security Services is seeking a dependable Security Post Commander to oversee operations at an HOA community in Culver City/Baldwin Hills. The role requires hands-on leadership, active patrols, officer supervision, and professional interaction with residents and management to ensure post orders are followed.

Strong communication and calm handling of conflicts are essential. The position offers a full-time Tue-Sat schedule (2:00 PM–10:30 PM) with on-site parking and uniform provided.

Qualifications

• Current, valid California BSIS Guard Card required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to safely ride a bicycle for patrol duties.
• Experience in security supervision or team leadership.
• HOA/residential security experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned officers and ensure proper staffing, post coverage, punctuality, and uniform compliance.
• Conduct shift briefings, assign duties, coordinate breaks, and communicate between shifts.
• Perform and oversee foot, bicycle, and vehicle patrols throughout the community.
• Monitor common areas, access points, and parking for safety concerns and suspicious activity.
• Address resident and visitor concerns courteously while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Apply community parking and access rules consistently, within procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and emergencies with de-escalation.
• Prepare and review daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift pass-downs.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Report writing

Communication

Reliability

Tools

Radios and smartphones

Electronic reporting systems

Job description

Security Post Commander - HOA Community

Culver City / Baldwin Hills, CA

Company: Treston Security Services

Pay Rate: $22.00-$24.00 per hour, depending on experience

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM

Days Off: Sunday and Monday

Parking: Available on site

Uniform: Provided by the company

About Us

Treston Security Services is a Veteran-Owned and Operated security company committed to professionalism, accountability, and exceptional client service. We provide security services for residential communities, corporate properties, retail locations, and special events, supported by our management team and 24/7 Global Security Operations Center.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable, experienced Security Post Commander to lead security operations at an HOA community in the Culver City / Baldwin Hills area.

This is a hands-on leadership position requiring active patrol, officer supervision, strong communication, and professional interaction with residents, visitors, and property management. The ideal candidate leads by example, addresses concerns calmly, and ensures officers consistently follow post orders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned officers and ensure proper staffing, post coverage, punctuality, and uniform compliance.
• Conduct shift briefings, assign duties, coordinate breaks, and communicate important information between shifts.
• Perform and oversee foot, bicycle, and vehicle patrols throughout the community.
• Monitor common areas, access points, parking areas, and other assigned locations for safety concerns and suspicious activity.
• Address resident and visitor concerns courteously while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Apply community parking and access rules consistently, within authorized procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and emergencies using sound judgment and de-escalation techniques.
• Complete and review daily activity reports, incident reports, patrol records, and shift pass-downs.
• Promptly communicate significant incidents, maintenance concerns, and staffing issues to Treston management and the appropriate property representative.
• Coach officers, document performance concerns, and reinforce company policies and site procedures.
• Maintain accountability for site keys, radios, vehicles, bicycles, and other assigned equipment.

Qualifications

• Current, valid California BSIS Guard Card required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be able to safely ride a bicycle for patrol duties.
• Previous security supervisory, post commander, or team-lead experience.
• HOA, residential community, or property-management security experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, customer-service, report-writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and impartial when handling complaints or conflicts.
• Ability to perform essential patrol duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Comfortable using radios, smartphones, and electronic reporting systems.
• Reliable attendance and availability for the entire Tuesday-Saturday schedule.

What We Offer

• $22.00-$24.00 per hour, based on experience.
• Consistent full-time schedule.
• On-site parking.
• Company-provided uniform.
• Support from Treston management and our 24/7 command center.

Treston Security Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.