Airport Security Officer: Safeguard Travelers & Infrastructure

Department of Homeland Security; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Officers safeguard travelers across all transportation sectors with courteous, professional service. The role requires meeting one of two qualification paths: a year of related security/aviation screening work or a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicants should anticipate occasional travel for training and may undergo background checks, including criminal and credit screening, with residency requirements for federal positions.

Qualifications

• Experience in security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician is required.
• National Service Experience credit is described for volunteer work and may count toward qualifications.
• Residency and background checks are part of the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and protection for travelers across transportation sectors in a courteous, professional manner.
• Meet travel requirements for training and occasional travel up to several weeks.
• Complete background investigations, including criminal and credit checks, as well as drug screening.

Skills

Experience in security

Aviation screening

X-ray technician experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Officers safeguard travelers across all transportation sectors with courteous, professional service. The role requires meeting one of two qualification paths: a year of related security/aviation screening work or a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicants should anticipate occasional travel for training and may undergo background checks, including criminal and credit screening, with residency requirements for federal positions.