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Protecting the Nation's Transportation Systems

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

• Airport: Kearney Regional Airport, Kearney, NE
• Flight Schedule: Open 7 days per week.
• Operational Hours:
  • Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday and Wednesday: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• Screening operations are located inside the terminal and are temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

TSO work schedules may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays. Specific shifts are assigned after training and may change to meet operational needs.

Part-Time Positions

Current assessment for part-time positions. Employee schedules can range from 16-32 hours, up to 5 days per week.

Sign-On Bonus

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

Benefits

Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance, uniform allowance
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

Under the career ladder system for TSOs, new officers can experience up to a 67% increase in starting base salary over 5 years.

Travel and Training Requirements

• Employment contingent upon completing training.
• Up to six weeks of full-time duty status travel may be required.

Contact Information

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Kelsey Roth
Phone: 402-457-1519
Email: kelsey.roth@tsa.dhs.gov

For additional questions, contact TSA HC ServeU Customer Care at HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov.

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