Airport Security Officer — Protect Travelers & Transit

TSA (Transportation Security Administration); Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Transportation Security Officers to provide security and protection for travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner.

TSOs may travel for training; full-time roles require 40 hours per week and shifts include evenings, weekends, and irregular hours, with duties centered on screening and safety compliance as mandated by policy and collective bargaining agreements.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time work experience in security, aviation screening or as an X-ray technician.
• High school diploma, GED, HiSET or TASC equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and protection of travelers across transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Comply with TSA policies and participate in required training and travel.

Skills

Security industry experience

Aviation screening

X-ray screening exposure

Education

High school diploma / GED / HiSET / TASC

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Transportation Security Officers to provide security and protection for travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner.

TSOs may travel for training; full-time roles require 40 hours per week and shifts include evenings, weekends, and irregular hours, with duties centered on screening and safety compliance as mandated by policy and collective bargaining agreements.