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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 (TSO) Job Overview

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (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

• Airport: Bangor International Airport, Bangor, ME
• Flight Schedule: Maintains a seven days per week flight schedule.
• Peak Times:
  • Monday through Sunday:
  • 5 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
  • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
• Screening Operations: Located inside the terminal and may or 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 for personal commitments. Specific shifts are assigned after training completion and are subject to periodic adjustments. TSA employees are expected to report for duty during inclement weather.

• Current Part-Time Shifts:
  • 4 a.m. - 9 a.m.
  • 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

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 the final job offer.

Commuter Details

• Onsite Parking: Available for TSA employees free of charge.
• Public Transportation: Available; subsidies for transportation are not offered at BGR.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Transportation subsidies
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• 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, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases.

Travel and Training Requirements

If hired, your employment would be contingent upon the successful completion of required classroom and on-the-job training. A minimum of three (3) weeks of travel in full-time duty status may be required to complete TSA's New Hire training.

Dress Code

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

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact:

• Name: Donna McMahan
• Email: Donna.McMahan@tsa.dhs.gov
• Phone: 207-974-4214

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