Join Our Team as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

Our Mission

At TSA, we offer rewarding, meaningful careers and professional growth. Our dedicated team works to deliver the mission of protecting the nation’s transportation systems and ensuring safe travels for all.

Our Vision

We strive to be an agile security agency, embodied by a professional workforce that engages its partners and the American people to counter dynamic threats.

Job Overview

If selected as a TSO, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission. Please note the unique operational requirements of this position.

Local Airport Details

• Flight schedule: 16-18 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Peak times: Monday through Sunday from 4 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Screening operations may or may not be temperature-controlled.

Work Schedules

• Schedules are based on operational needs and may include non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Note: No flexibility is available for personal commitments.
• Specific shifts assigned after training.

Part-Time Positions

• Current assessment for part-time positions at 32 hours per week.
• Four (4) to five (5) days of eight (8) hours each, depending on airport operational needs.

Compensation

• Sign-On Bonus: Currently not available.
• *Recruitment Incentive amounts are subject to change upon final offer.*

Benefits

TSA believes that our greatest asset is our people. 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
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

New officers have a pathway to a 67% increase over five years from the starting salary, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please reach out to:

• Lilyann Lear: Lilyann.Lear@tsa.dhs.gov, 206-288-7823
• Sharlet Best: Sharlet.Best@tsa.dhs.gov, 206-834-2404
• TSA HC ServeU Customer Care: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment contingent upon successfully completing training. Minimum travel of three (3) weeks may be required for new hire training.

Dress Code

Uniforms are provided, with restrictions on certain accessories and grooming standards.

Additional Information

For more about the role, visit TSA Careers.