Join Our Team at 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.

Transportation Security Officer Job Overview

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). If you successfully complete the Transportation Security Officer (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

• Maintaining a 24-hour flight schedule, seven days a week.
• TSA Support Times will vary depending on operational needs.
• 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. Specific shifts are assigned after new hires complete their training and are subject to periodic adjustments.
• TSA employees are emergency personnel and must report for duty during inclement weather.

Location

Bellingham International Airport, Bellingham, WA

Sign-On Bonus

This location is not offering a sign-on bonus at this time.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking is available for TSA employees.
• Transportation benefits are included when public transportation is available at this location.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer competitive salaries and have designed a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Transportation subsidies
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan
• 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.

Travel and Training Requirements

If hired by TSA, employment is contingent upon successfully completing required training. A minimum of three (3) weeks of travel in a full-time duty status may be required to complete TSA's New Hire training.

Contact Information

For questions, please reach out to:

• Lilyann Lear
  Email: Lilyann.Lear@tsa.dhs.gov
  Phone: 206-288-7823
• Sharlet Best
  Email: Sharlet.Best@tsa.dhs.gov
  Phone: 206-834-2404

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