Transportation Security Officer (TSO) - JLN Airport
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
, Joplin Regional Airport
Job Description
Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Job Overview
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). If you successfully complete the TSO candidate evaluation process and are selected for a position, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission. This fact sheet highlights some of the unique operational requirements and compensation plan.
Local Airport Details
- Operation Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Peak Times:
- Monday through Sunday: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Screening Location: Inside the terminal (may or may not be temperature controlled)
Work Schedules
- Based on the operational needs of the airport
- May include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays
- Flexibility:
- Virtually no flexibility to accommodate personal commitments
- Specific shifts assigned after training completion
- Shifts subject to periodic adjustment to meet changing needs
- Emergency Personnel:
- Expected to report for duty during inclement weather
- Must comply regardless of state/local travel restrictions
Part-Time Positions (JLN – Joplin Regional Airport, Joplin, MO)
- Weekly Hours: 20 – 25
- Tour of Duty:
- 4–5 days per week
- 4–5 hours per day
- Morning, afternoon, evening, or split shifts
Effective Date: March 21, 2025
Sign-On Bonus*
This location is not offering a sign-on bonus at this time.
Recruitment Incentive amount is subject to change and will be determined at the time of final job offer.
Local Airport Contact
- Name: Shana Anderson
- Email: Shana.Anderson@tsa.dhs.gov
Commuter Details
- Onsite parking is available for TSA employees at no charge
- Public transportation is not available
- Subsidies for transportation are not offered at JLN
Benefits
TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer competitive salaries and have designed a comprehensive benefits package that provides you and your family with the best possible options:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Long-Term Care Insurance
- Personal Leave Days & Paid Federal Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Uniform Allowance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Transportation Subsidies
- Retirement Program & Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
Promotional Potential
Under the career-ladder system for TSOs, new officers have a path to reach up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over five years, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases or changes to locality pay.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact the TSA HC ServeU Customer Care at HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov.
Company Information
Website: https://jobs.tsa.gov
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