Job Posting: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

Location: Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport, Jackson, MS

Date Posted: 3/21/25

Join Our Team

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

Our Mission

The Transportation Security Administration (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

As a Transportation Security Officer (TSO), you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission. This fact sheet highlights some unique operational requirements and compensation plans.

Local Airport Details

• Maintains a sixteen (16) hour per day, seven (7) days per week flight schedule.
• Workdays: 3:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
• Peak Times:
• Monday through Sunday: 5 a.m. – 7 a.m.
• 2 p.m. – 4 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 successful completion of training and are subject to periodic adjustments to meet operational needs.

Part-time Positions Available

• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Schedules subject to change based on operational needs.

Sign-On Bonus

Currently, this location is not offering a sign-on bonus. Recruitment incentive amount is subject to change and will be determined at the time of the final job offer.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking is available for TSA employees for a cost of $60 per year, subsidized by TSA.
• Public transportation to the airport is not available.
• Transportation subsidies are offered.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, providing 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 (similar to a 401(k))
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

Under the career ladder system, new officers have a path to a 67% increase in base salary over 5 years in addition to any federal-wide pay increases or changes to locality pay.

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing required training. A minimum of three (3) weeks of travel may be required for New Hire training, which could extend to six (6) weeks. Employees will be compensated for hours and reimbursed for authorized travel expenses.

Dress Code

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

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact:

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

For additional information, please visit TSA Careers.