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

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.

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: Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Raleigh, NC
• Flight Schedule: Maintains a seven days per week flight schedule.
• Peak Times:
  • 5 a.m. – 10 a.m. Monday - Saturday
  • 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Sunday - Friday

Work Schedules

TSO work schedules are based on the operational needs of the airport and may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays. Due to the nature of the job, virtually no flexibility is offered to accommodate personal commitments or schedules.

• Full Time: 40 hours per week
• Part Time: 16-25 hours per week (four to five days of four to five hours per day during morning and evening shifts)

Sign-On Bonus

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

Commuter Details

• Parking: Available onsite for training at the airport. After training, it is $11.00 per month for TSA employees.
• Public Transportation: Available with subsidies depending on the situation.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why 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
• Transportation subsidies
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

Under the career ladder system for TSOs, new officers 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 or changes to locality pay.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact:

• Yaraliz Coleman
  Email: Yaraliz.Coleman@tsa.dhs.gov
  Phone: 919-337-1050

For further information, visit TSA Careers.