Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,214.00 - $61,910.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
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
Tuition Reimbursement
Transportation subsidies
Uniform allowance
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Job Description
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), a vital component of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is responsible for securing the nation's transportation systems to ensure safe and efficient travel for the public. This federal agency plays an essential role in protecting air travelers, airports, and aircraft by enforcing strict security protocols while maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor when interacting with passengers and other stakeholders. With a comprehensive approach to security, TSA officers are positioned at key points in transportation hubs such as airports, where they prevent dangerous objects from being transported onto aircraft and maintain the overall safety of... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship or U.S. national
- Minimum age of 18 at time of application
- Selective Service registration required if applicable
- Must pass background check including criminal and credit checks
- Subject to random drug and alcohol testing
- Availability to work various shifts and overtime
- Proficiency in English including reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension
- Must meet physical requirements such as lifting 50 pounds and walking up to 3 miles during shifts
- Must have resided in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
- Occasional travel required for training
- Exposure to potentially hazardous materials inherent to the position
Job Qualifications
- At least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician
- High school diploma or equivalent such as GED, HiSET, or TASC
- Experience credited based on a 40-hour workweek
- Volunteer or national service experience considered
- Ability to pass a structured interview, drug screening, medical evaluation, and background investigation
Job Duties
- Operating screening equipment and technology to detect dangerous objects
- Performing passenger and baggage searches including physical pat-downs
- Controlling entry and exit points within the terminal
- Interacting with the public by providing directions and answering inquiries
- Maintaining focus and composure in stressful environments
- Applying risk-based security screening protocols
- Retaining and implementing knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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