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.

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.

Local Airport Details

• Maintains a seven days per week flight schedule.
• Operation times: 4:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Peak times:
  • Sunday through Saturday: 5 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
  • 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • 2 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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 successfully complete their training and are subject to periodic adjustments.

Part-Time Positions Available

• Part-time shifts: 20 hours per week
• Current part-time shifts: morning and afternoon

Location: Tallahassee International Airport, Tallahassee, FL

Sign-On Bonus

This location is not offering a sign-on bonus at this time.

Commuter Details

• Onsite parking available for TSA employees: $10.00/month or $108.00/year
• Public transportation to the airport is not available.

Benefits

TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that provides you and your family with the best possible options.

Promotional Potential

Under the career ladder system for TSOs, new officers have a path to achieve an increase of up to 67% from the starting base salary over five years, in addition to federal-wide pay increases.

Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Contact Information

For questions, please contact:

Brenda Landon
Email: Brenda.l.landon@tsa.dhs.gov
Phone: 904-380-4076

Travel and Training Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing required training. This may involve travel away from your airport of record and could require up to six weeks of full-time travel status for training.

Join us in ensuring the safety of our nation’s transportation systems!