Join Our Team as a Transportation Security Officer

Location: Albert J. Ellis Airport, Richlands, NC
Date: 3/21/25

Our Mission

Protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce. The TSA offers rewarding and meaningful careers that promote professional growth. Join our dedicated team in delivering on our mission of ensuring safe travels.

Our Vision

An agile security agency, embodied by a professional workforce, engaging our partners and the American people to outmatch dynamic threats.

Job Overview

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). As part of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission.

Work Schedule

• Operating hours: 4 a.m. - 12 a.m. (midnight)
• Part-time shifts: 25-32 hours per week; 4 to 5 days with 6 hours per day.
• Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts available.
• Note: Non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays required. No flexibility for personal commitments.

Transportation Details

• Onsite parking available for TSA employees at $60.00 per year.
• Public transportation is not available at this location, and no transportation subsidies are offered.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, offering competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance and uniform allowance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement program (similar to a 401(k))
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

TSA has a career ladder for TSOs, with opportunities for a salary increase of up to 67% over 5 years, in addition to federal pay increases.

Sign-On Bonus

Currently, no sign-on bonus is being offered.

Contact Information

Local Airport Contact:
Yaraliz Coleman
Email: Yaraliz.Coleman@tsa.dhs.gov
Phone: 919-337-1050

TSA Customer Care:
Email: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment contingent upon successful completion of classroom and on-the-job training, which may require travel. New hires must complete a minimum of 3 weeks of travel in full-time duty status.

Dress Code

Uniforms are provided to employees with specific grooming and accessory restrictions while in uniform.

Active Duty Military:
Must be discharged or on terminal leave prior to commencing employment with TSA.

For more information, visit TSA Careers.