Transportation Security Officer
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,019.00 - $65,615.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Split Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term care insurance
Retirement Plan
Thrift Savings Plan
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
personal leave days
Paid federal holidays
Flexible work schedules
Telework tuition reimbursement
Transportation subsidies
Uniform allowance
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Job Description
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), a critical agency within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is responsible for ensuring the security and safety of travelers across all transportation sectors in the United States. TSA plays a vital role in protecting the nation's transportation systems from threats by implementing rigorous security measures at airports, seaports, rail stations, and other transit points. Their mission extends beyond everyday travel security to encompass securing high-profile events and individuals that may impact the transportation infrastructure. TSA's workforce is composed of highly trained professionals who are committed to upholding the safety and integrity of the nation's... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship or U.S. national status
- Minimum age of 18 at time of application
- Selective Service registration if applicable
- Passing a structured interview, drug screening, medical evaluation, and background investigation
- Subject to random drug and alcohol testing
- Availability for various shifts and overtime as needed
- Proficiency in English
- Occasional travel required for training
- Exposure to potentially lethal devices and dangerous chemicals
- Ability to lift and handle baggage weighing approximately 50 pounds
- Physical agility to squat and bend
- Ability to walk up to three miles during shift and stand for up to 4 hours continuously
- Must adhere to TSA dress and appearance standards
- No relocation or pre-employment travel expense reimbursement
- Must maintain certification and fitness including recurrent training and passing periodic tests
- Must meet residency requirements for background investigation
- May require wearing TSA issued personal protective equipment (PPE)
Job Qualifications
- At least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician
- Or high school diploma, GED, HiSET, or TASC high school equivalency certificate
- Experience credited on a 40-hour workweek basis
- Volunteer and national service experience considered qualifying
- Ability to meet physical demands including lifting 50 pounds and standing for prolonged periods
- Proficiency in English including reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension
- Must pass drug screening, medical evaluation, background investigation, and structured interview
- Availability to work various shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
Job Duties
- Operating various screening equipment and technology to detect dangerous objects in baggage, cargo, and on passengers
- Performing searches and screening including pat-downs and property searches
- Lifting and carrying bags, bins, and property weighing up to 50 pounds
- Controlling terminal entry and exit points
- Interacting with the public by providing directions and responding to inquiries
- Maintaining focus and awareness in stressful and noisy environments
- Engaging in continuous development of critical thinking skills to mitigate security threats
- Retaining and implementing all applicable Standard Operating Procedures and adapting to new challenges
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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