Join Our Team as a Transportation Security Officer

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

Our Mission

The 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 Job Overview

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). If you successfully complete the Transportation Security Officer (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: Flint Bishop International Airport, Flint, MI
• Flight Schedule: 17 hours a day, seven days per week
• Peak Times:
  • 4 a.m. – 7 a.m.
  • 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
• Screening operations may be located inside and outside the terminal and may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

• Shifts: Based on the operational needs of the airport; may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Virtually no flexibility to accommodate personal commitments.
• Specific shifts are assigned after training and may be subject to periodic adjustments.

Part-Time Positions

• Hours: 20 - 25 hours per week
• Schedule: Five (5) days of four (4) to five (5) hours per day depending on airport operational needs.

Sign-On Bonus

Currently, no sign-on bonus is being offered.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking is available for TSA employees at no charge.
• Public transportation is available with subsidies offered at FNT.

Benefits

TSA offers 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
• Transportation subsidies
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

TSA TSOs 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.

Contact Information

For more information, please reach out to:

• Eric Sturgis
• Email: Eric.Sturgis@tsa.dhs.gov
• Phone: 616-554-1103

For general questions, contact the TSA HC ServeU Customer Care at HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov.

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment with TSA is contingent upon successfully completing required training, which may involve travel.

Apply now to become a critical part of the TSA team!