Transportation Security Officer

Quick Facts

• Role: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

• Focus: Security and protection of travelers, airports, and aircraft

Description

You will provide security screening and protection of air travelers, airports, and aircraft in a courteous, professional manner. Duties include operating screening equipment to detect dangerous objects, conducting passenger and baggage searches (including physical interaction when required), controlling terminal entry/exit, and maintaining alertness in stressful environments. You will follow Standard Operating Procedures, apply risk-based screening protocols as needed, and complete ongoing training and recertification.

Role Description

• Operate screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo, and on passengers

• Perform searches and screening, which may include pat-downs, property search, bag searches, and lifting/carrying items up to 50 lbs

• Control terminal entry and exit points

• Interact with the public, provide directions, and respond to inquiries

• Maintain focus and decision-making ability during crisis and routine situations

• Apply situational options and approaches to mitigate security threats

• Follow and update knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures and adapt to new information

Responsibilities

• Security operations and traveler protection at airport screening locations

• Execution of risk-based security screening protocols

• Continued development of critical thinking for threat mitigation

• Compliance with SOPs and responsible, dependable behavior

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national

• Age 18+ at application

• Selective Service registration (if required)

• Pass image search demonstration test, structured interview, drug screening, medical evaluation, and background investigation

• Available for various shifts and overtime

• Proficient in English

• Ability to travel for New Hire training (minimum 3 weeks; up to 6 weeks full-time duty status may be required)

• Exposure to potentially lethal devices and dangerous chemicals is inherent

• Meet physical demands (agility; repeatedly lift/manage ~50 lb; walk up to 3 miles per shift; stand up to 4 hours)

• Meet residency requirement (U.S. residence for 3 of the last 5 years) or qualify for an exception

• No delinquent federal/state taxes or past-due child support payments

• Subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing after employment

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance

• Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))

• Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program

• Paid personal leave days and paid federal holidays

• Potentially flexible work schedules; situational telework may be permitted

• Tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance, health and wellness programs, and fitness centers

• Training and development opportunities; disabled veteran leave available for eligible veterans