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

• Location: Manistee County Blacker Airport, Manistee, MI
• Schedule: 24 hours per day, 7 days a week
• Peak Times:
  • Monday through Sunday: 6:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
• Screening operations may or may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

• Shifts based on operational needs may include non-traditional hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Virtually no flexibility for personal commitments.
• Specific shifts assigned post-training and subject to adjustments.
• TSA employees are emergency personnel expected to report during inclement weather.

Part-Time Positions

• 20 hours per week
• Four (4) days of five (5) hours per day

Sign-On Bonus*

The TSA is offering a sign-on bonus of up to $2,000 for this duty location, paid in two installments during the first 12 months of service.

Incentive amount subject to change at the time of the final job offer.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking available at no charge (with a $1.00 sticker fee).
• Public transportation is not available.
• Transportation subsidies are not offered.

Benefits

TSA provides competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

TSOs can achieve up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years, in addition to federal-wide pay increases.

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment with TSA is contingent upon completing required training. This may require three to six weeks of travel in full-time duty status.

Dress Code

TSO uniforms are provided. There are restrictions on accessories and grooming while in uniform.

Active Duty Military

If you are active duty military, a reservist, or a National Guard member called to active duty, you must be discharged or on terminal leave prior to employment.

For more information, visit TSA Jobs.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please contact:

• Eric Sturgis
• Email: Eric.Sturgis@tsa.dhs.gov
• Phone: 616-554-1103