Join Our Team at TSA

Protect the Nation's Transportation Systems

Our Mission

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) offers rewarding, meaningful careers and professional growth. We are a team of dedicated individuals committed to delivering 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 TSA. If selected as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO), you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission.

Local Airport Details

• Location: Middle Georgia Regional Airport, Macon, GA
• Schedule: 10 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Peak times: Monday through Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
  • Screening operations 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. Specific shifts are assigned after training and may be adjusted to meet operational needs. TSA employees must report for duty during inclement weather.

Current Opportunity: Assessing candidates for a 20-hour per week tour of duty, four to five days with four to five hours per day during morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.

Sign-On Bonus

This location is not offering a sign-on bonus at this time.

Local Airport Contact

Sharon Harris
Email: Sharon.Harris@tsa.dhs.gov
Phone: 404-460-2283

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking available for TSA employees at no charge.
• Public transportation is not available. Subsidies for transportation are not offered.

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
• 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 can reach up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years.

Dual Federal Employment

TSA’s Dual Federal Employment policy limits employment with multiple federal agencies. Consult with airport HR for more information.

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing required training, which may include three to six weeks of travel away from your airport of record.

Dress Code

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

For more information, visit TSA Careers.