Join Our Team at TSA

Protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce.

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.

Position: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

We appreciate your interest in employment with TSA. If you successfully complete the 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: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Fort Worth, TX
• Maintains a 24-hour flight schedule, seven days a week.
• Peak times:
  • Monday to Friday: 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
• Screening operations may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

• TSO work schedules entail non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Specific shifts assigned after training, subject to change based on operational needs.
• TSA employees must report for duty during inclement weather.

Shift Details

• Full-time positions available:
  • 40 hours/week, five workdays with eight hours per day.

Sign-On Bonus

Currently, there is no sign-on bonus being offered.

Commuter Details

• Free onsite parking for TSA employees.
• Public transportation available with subsidies at DFW.

Benefits

TSA values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

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

Promotional Potential

New officers can achieve up to a 67% increase from the starting salary in five years, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases.

Travel and Training Requirements

• Employment contingent upon completing required training.
• Up to six weeks of travel may be required for New Hire training.

Dress Code

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

Contact Information

For questions, please reach out to the TSA HC ServeU Customer Care at HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov.

Interested in joining our team? Apply today!