Join Our Team at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

Protect the Nation's Transportation Systems

Our Mission

TSA offers rewarding and meaningful careers with professional growth opportunities. We are a dedicated team committed to delivering our mission of protecting the nation’s transportation systems and ensuring safe travels for everyone.

Our Vision

An agile security agency with a professional workforce that engages its partners and the American people to outmatch dynamic threats.

Transportation Security Officer Job Overview

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

• Airport: Midland International Air and Space Port (MAF), Midland, TX
• Flight Schedule: Maintains a seven days per week flight schedule
• Peak Times:
  • Monday through Sunday:
    • 4 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.
    • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
    • 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Working Conditions: Screening operations are located inside the terminal and may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

• Hours: 20-40 hours per week
• Shifts: Four (4) to five (5) days per week with four (4) to eight (8) hours per day
• Availability: Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.

TSA employees are considered emergency personnel and are expected to report for duty during inclement weather.

Sign-On Bonus

TSA is currently offering a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 for this duty location, paid in two installments during the first 12 months of service.

Recruitment Incentive amount is subject to change based on the time of the final job offer.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking available for TSA employees for $24.00 per year.
• Public transportation to the airport is not available.
• No transportation subsidies offered at MAF.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people. We offer competitive salaries and 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

Under the career ladder for TSOs, new officers can achieve up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over five years, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases or changes in locality pay.

Contact Information

For more details or inquiries, please contact:

• Name: Kimberlee Meier
• Email: Kimberlee.Meier@tsa.dhs.gov
• Phone: 806-740-8006

Additional Information

If you are on active military duty, are a reservist, or a National Guard member who has been called to active duty, you must either be discharged or on terminal leave before beginning employment with TSA.

For more information, please visit TSA Jobs.