Join Our Team at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

Protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce.

Our Mission

TSA offers rewarding, meaningful careers and professional growth. We are a team of dedicated individuals who work hard to deliver our mission of protecting the nation’s transportation systems and ensuring safe travels.

Our Vision

An agile security agency, embodied by a professional workforce, that engages its partners and the American people to outmatch a dynamic threat.

Position: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

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.

Local Airport Details

• Location: Nome Airport, Nome, AK
• Schedule: 8 hours per day, 7 days per week
• Peak Times: Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
• Screening operations are located inside the terminal and may or may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

TSO work schedules are based on the operational needs of the airport and may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays. Due to the nature of the job, virtually no flexibility is offered to accommodate personal commitments or schedules.

Compensation

• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 for this duty location, paid in two installments during the first 12 months of service.
• Full-time: 40 hours per week (five 8-hour days)
• Part-time: 20-25 hours per week (five 5-hour shifts)

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that provides you and your family with the best options:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

New officers have a path to reach up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases or changes to locality pay.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking available for TSA employees at no charge.
• Public transportation to the airport is not available; subsidies for transportation are not offered at this location.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact:

• Local Airport Contact: TSA-Alaskajobs@tsa.dhs.gov
• Phone: 907-771-0961

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment with TSA is contingent on successfully completing required training. A minimum of three (3) weeks of travel in a full-time duty status may be required.

For more information, please visit TSA Careers.