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Our Mission

The Transportation Security Administration (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.

Job Overview: Transportation Security Officer

Thank you for your interest in employment with TSA. If selected for the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) position, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission.

Local Airport Details

• Location: Rochester International Airport, Rochester, MN
• Flight Schedule: 14 hours per day, seven days per week
• Peak Times:
  • Monday through Sunday: 6 a.m. – 8 a.m.
  • 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
• Screening Operations: Inside the terminal, 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.

• Part-Time Positions:
  • 25 hours per week
  • Five (5) days, five (5) hours per day
  • Current part-time hours: Morning, afternoon, or evening shifts

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.*

Commuter Details

• Onsite Parking: Available for $10.00/month or $90.00 discounted annually.
• Public Transportation: Not available.
• Transportation Subsidies: Not offered at RST.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people; hence we offer 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 (similar to a 401(k))
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

New officers have a path 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

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing required training, which may require travel in a full-time duty status for a minimum of three (3) weeks.

Dress Code

TSO uniforms are provided, and restrictions apply to certain accessories and grooming while in uniform. For more information, visit TSA Careers.

Contact Information

For additional questions, please email: MSP-HR@tsa.dhs.gov or contact TSA HC ServeU Customer Care at HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov.