Commissioned Officer

A commissioned officer is a trained leader in the military or other uniformed services who has been granted a formal commission or authority by a government or organization. They hold positions of higher responsibility, such as commanding units, making strategic decisions, and overseeing operations. Unlike non-commissioned personnel, officers typically enter service through formal education or training programs and have leadership roles that involve planning, decision-making, and managing personnel. Their authority is legally established, and they serve as key figures in executing the organization’s mission and maintaining discipline.