Join Our Team at TSA

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 working 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 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. This fact sheet highlights some of the unique operational requirements and compensation plan.

Local Airport Details

• Airport: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago, IL
• Flight Schedule: 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Peak Times: 4 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., Monday through Sunday
• Screening operations are located inside the terminal and 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.
• Due to the nature of the job, virtually no flexibility is offered to accommodate personal commitments or schedules.
• Specific shifts are assigned after new hires complete their training and are subject to periodic adjustments.
• TSA employees are considered emergency personnel and are expected to report for duty during inclement weather.

Employment Details

• Part-Time Hours: Start at 20 hours per week, but may work up to 32 hours weekly.
• Sign-On Bonus: This location is not offering a sign-on bonus at this time.

Commuter Details

• Fully subsidized parking is available for TSA employees at designated parking lots.
• Public transportation to the airport is available.
• Subsidies for transportation up to $320.00 per month are offered at this location.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer competitive salaries and have designed 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
• Transportation subsidies
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

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.

Travel and Training Requirements

Your employment would be contingent upon successfully completing required classroom and on-the-job training. A minimum of three (3) weeks of travel in a full-time duty status may be required.

Dress Code

TSO uniforms are provided. There are restrictions on certain accessories and grooming while in uniform.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact:

• Rashur Singh
• Email: Rashur.Singh@tsa.dhs.gov
• Phone: 847-720-0259

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