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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.

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

• Location: San Diego International Airport, Lindbergh Field, San Diego, CA
• Flight Schedule: Maintains a seven days per week flight schedule with two terminals (T1 and T2).
• Screening Operations: 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 successfully complete their training and are subject to periodic adjustments. TSA employees are considered emergency personnel.

Current Openings: Part-time positions available, with a tour of duty of 20 hours per week—five days of four hours per day with two consecutive days off.

Sign-On Bonus

This location is not offering a sign-on bonus at this time. Recruitment Incentive amount is subject to change.

Commuter Details

• Offsite parking is available for TSA employees.
• Public transportation to the airport is available.
• Subsidies for employee parking and transportation are offered at SAN.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer 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
• 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 for TSOs, new officers have a path to increase their base salary by up to 67% over 5 years, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases.

Travel and Training Requirements

If hired by TSA, your employment would be contingent upon successfully completing required classroom and on-the-job training, including a minimum of three weeks of travel. Other occasional travel may be required.

Dress Code

TSO uniforms are provided, with specific restrictions on accessories and grooming while in uniform.

Active Duty Military

If you are active duty military, a reservist, or a member of the National Guard, you must be discharged or on terminal leave before starting employment with TSA.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact:

• Local Airport Contact: SAN-Hiring@tsa.dhs.gov
• General Inquiries: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov

For more information, visit TSA Careers.