Airport Security Officer - Screen & Protect Travelers

Transportation Security Administration; Scottsbluff (NE); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Scottsbluff, NE is seeking Transportation Security Officers to secure travelers and airports with courteous professionalism. You will operate screening equipment, perform searches, and help maintain safe, efficient passenger flow.

This full-time Federal role emphasizes screening tasks, public interaction, and adherence to procedures, with salary in the posted range and eligible for locality pay. Applications follow DHS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Duties include operating screening equipment and identifying dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers.
• Performing searches and screenings, including pat-downs and bag checks, lifting/carrying bags up to 50 lbs.
• Controlling terminal entry/exit points and assisting the public with directions and inquiries.
• Maintaining focus in a noisy, stressful environment to identify threats and protect travelers.
• Applying risk-based security screening protocols and following Standard Operating Procedures.
• Realistic Job Preview provides an honest view of the TSO role and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo, and on passengers.
• Conducting searches and screenings, including pat-downs and bag searches, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Controlling entry/exit points and assisting the public with directions.
• Maintaining focus in a stressful environment to identify threats and protect travelers.
• Applying security protocols and SOPs in changing conditions.
• Realistic Job Preview describes the TSO role.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Scottsbluff, NE is seeking Transportation Security Officers to secure travelers and airports with courteous professionalism. You will operate screening equipment, perform searches, and help maintain safe, efficient passenger flow.

This full-time Federal role emphasizes screening tasks, public interaction, and adherence to procedures, with salary in the posted range and eligible for locality pay. Applications follow DHS guidelines.