Airport Behavior Detection Specialist

Federal Security Job Resource; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan with TSP matching

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

The TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers (BDOs) to work inside airport terminals in West Des Moines, IA. Training is provided and no prior experience is required. Openings at West Des Moines and nationwide.

Starting pay is $23.00–$45.00 per hour, with annual compensation typically $48,000–$70,000+. Key responsibilities include monitoring passenger behavior, identifying potential threats, coordinating with law enforcement, and reporting security concerns.

Responsibilities

• Monitor passenger behavior
• Identify potential threats
• Coordinate with law enforcement
• Report security concerns

Job description

The TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers (BDOs) to work inside airport terminals in West Des Moines, IA. Training is provided and no prior experience is required. Openings at West Des Moines and nationwide.

Starting pay is $23.00–$45.00 per hour, with annual compensation typically $48,000–$70,000+. Key responsibilities include monitoring passenger behavior, identifying potential threats, coordinating with law enforcement, and reporting security concerns.