Join Our Team at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

Protecting the Nation's Transportation Systems

At TSA, we are dedicated professionals working to ensure safe travel for people and commerce across the nation. Our mission is to provide rewarding careers with ample opportunities for professional growth.

Our Vision

We strive to be an agile security agency comprised of a professional workforce that adapts to dynamic threats, engaging our partners and the American public.

Job Overview: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

We invite you to apply for the role of Transportation Security Officer (TSO). In this position, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission of securing transportation systems.

Local Airport Details

• Location: John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Columbus, OH
• Schedule: 24/7 operations with peak hours:
  • 4 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
  • 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• Work Environment: Screening operations may be inside the terminal, potentially not temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

• Full-Time: 40 hours per week.
• Part-Time: 20 hours per week (five workdays with four-hour shifts).
• Flexibility: Due to operational needs, shifts may be non-traditional, and flexibility for personal commitments is limited.

Compensation and Benefits

• Promotional Potential: Path for salary increases of up to 67% over five years.
• Benefits Package Includes:
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
  • Paid personal days and holidays
  • Tuition assistance
  • Retirement plans and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to 401(k))
  • Employee Assistance Programs
• Parking: Available at no charge for TSA employees.

Sign-On Bonus

Currently, a sign-on bonus is not being offered, and this may change at the time of the final job offer.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, please reach out to:

Kaitlyn Evangelista
Email: Kaitlyn.Evangelista@tsa.dhs.gov
Phone: (614) 479-2916

To learn more about the position and application process, visit TSA Jobs.

For those on active military duty or retired from another federal agency, please consult with airport HR staff regarding employment policies.