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 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: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). If you successfully complete the 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.

Local Airport Details

• Airport: Laredo International Airport, Laredo, TX
• Flight Schedule: 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Peak Times:
  • Monday through Sunday:
    • 4 a.m. – 11 a.m.
    • 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Work Schedules

TSO work schedules are based on operational needs 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. Specific shifts are assigned after training and are subject to periodic adjustments.

Part-Time Positions

• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Schedule: Four (4) days of five (5) hours per day, which may include split shifts.

Important Details

• Sign-On Bonus: This location is not offering a sign-on bonus at this time.
• Contact:
  • Jessica Delgado
  • Email: Jessica.Delgado@tsa.dhs.gov
  • Phone: 210-507-3190

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking is available for TSA employees free of charge.
• Public transportation to the airport is available with transportation subsidies offered at LRD.

Benefits

TSA values its employees by providing 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, uniform allowance, and Flexible Spending Account
• 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 reach up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases.

Travel and Training Requirements

Successful candidates must complete required training, which may require up to six weeks of travel away from the airport of record. Employees will be paid for compensable hours and reimbursed for authorized travel expenses.

Dress Code

Uniforms are provided, and there are grooming restrictions while in uniform.

For more information, visit TSA Jobs - TSO.