Join Our Team at TSA

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

Our Mission

At the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), we offer 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 TSA. As a Transportation Security Officer (TSO), you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission. This document highlights the unique operational requirements and compensation plan.

Local Airport Details

• Location: BFL Meadows Field, Bakersfield Airport, Bakersfield, CA
• Maintains a seven days per week flight schedule.
• Peak times are Monday through Sunday:
• 4:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m.
• 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Screening operations may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

TSO work schedules depend on operational needs and may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays. Due to the nature of the job, flexibility to accommodate personal commitments is limited.

• Part-time Positions Available:
• 20 hours per week, five (5) days of four (4) hours each day.

Sign-On Bonus

Currently, this location is not offering a sign-on bonus.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking for TSA employees is available free of charge.
• Limited public transportation; no subsidies for transportation are offered at BFL.

Benefits

TSA values our people, and we offer 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

Under the career ladder system for TSOs, new officers can achieve:

• Up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years.

Travel and Training Requirements

• Employment contingent upon successfully completing required training, which may include three (3) weeks of travel in a full-time duty status.
• New hire training varies but may require up to six (6) weeks and occurs away from the employee's airport of record.

Dress Code

TSO uniforms are provided; there are restrictions on certain personal accessories and grooming while in uniform.

Active Duty Military

If you are active military, a reservist, or in the National Guard, you must be discharged or on terminal leave before beginning employment with TSA.

Contact Information

For more inquiries, please contact:

• Lorie Smith
• Email: Lorie.Smith@tsa.dhs.gov
• Phone: 559-455-4818

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

Additional Information

For more details, visit our website: TSA Jobs.