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Protect the Nation's Transportation Systems

Our Mission

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) offers rewarding, meaningful careers and professional growth. We are a dedicated team working hard to deliver our mission of protecting the nation’s transportation systems and ensuring safe travels.

Our Vision

We aim to be an agile security agency, led by a professional workforce that engages with partners and the American people to outmatch dynamic threats.

Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Job Overview

Thank you for your interest in a position with the TSA. If you successfully complete the TSO candidate evaluation process and are selected, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission.

Local Airport Details

• Location: Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport, Moselle, MS
• Flight Schedule: 15-hour day from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week.
• Peak Times:
  • 5 a.m. – 7 a.m.
  • 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Screening operations are located inside the terminal and may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

• TSO work schedules are based on airport operational needs and may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Specific shifts will be assigned after training and are subject to change.
• TSA employees are emergency personnel and must report for duty during inclement weather.

Part-Time Positions

• Tour of Duty: 20 hours per week
• Shifts: Five (5) days of four (4) hours per day during morning and afternoon hours, including split shifts.

Sign-On Bonus

Currently, there is no sign-on bonus offered for this position.

Commuter Details

• Parking: Onsite parking is available for TSA employees free of charge.
• Transportation: Public transportation is not available, and transportation subsidies are not offered at PIB.

Benefits

TSA values its employees and offers competitive salaries along with 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
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

New officers can achieve up to a 67% increase in base salary over five years, plus additional federal-wide pay increases or changes to locality pay.

Training Requirements

If hired, employment is contingent upon successfully completing required training. This includes:

• Up to six weeks of full-time duty status travel for New Hire training away from your airport of record.
• Paid for compensable hours and reimbursed for authorized travel expenses per TSA Travel Policy.

Dress Code

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

Contact Information

For further questions, please reach out to:

• Chelsea McAfee: 601-420-6919
• Jessica Burnley: 601-936-1706
• Email: JANLocalHiring@tsa.dhs.gov

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