Transportation Security Officer (TSO) - SHD Airport

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Position: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

Location: Shenandoah Valley Airport, Weyers Cave, VA

Date Posted: 3/21/25

Our Mission

Protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce. 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, which engages its partners and the American people to outmatch a dynamic threat.

Job Overview

If selected for this position, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission.

Work Schedules

• TSO work schedules are based on the operational needs of the airport and may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• During peak times, the schedule includes 14 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Part-Time Positions: 20 hours per week, five days a week, 4 hours per day based on airport needs.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking is available for TSA employees at no charge.
• Public transportation is limited, and subsidies for transportation are not offered at SHD.

Benefits

TSA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• 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

Under the career ladder system for TSOs, new officers have a path to reach up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years, along with any federal-wide pay increases.

Additional Information

• Sign-On Bonus: Currently not offered.
• TSA employees are considered emergency personnel and must report for duty during inclement weather.
• Uniforms are provided, with restrictions on certain accessories and grooming.

Contact Information

For local inquiries, please reach out to:

Shannon Bagley
Email: Shannon.Bagley@tsa.dhs.gov
Phone: 804-612-5888

For questions regarding the TSA or the application process, please contact:

TSA HC ServeU Customer Care
Email: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov

For more information and to apply, visit: TSA Careers