Airport Security & Screening Specialist

Transportation Security Administration; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Transportation Security Officers to protect travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous, professional manner. Responsibilities include operating screening equipment, conducting searches, and controlling checkpoints to prevent dangerous objects from entering aircraft.

Officers will interact with the public, provide directions, and respond to inquiries while maintaining vigilance in a dynamic, high-traffic setting.

Qualifications

• Prior security screening experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform searches
• Willingness to work in a high-pressure, customer-facing environment

Responsibilities

• Operate screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objects in baggage and on passengers.
• Conduct bag searches and physical searches as needed; assist with pat-downs and verification tasks.
• Manage terminal entry/exit controls and monitor screening checkpoints to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Engage with the traveling public, provide directions and respond to inquiries.
• Maintain focus in noisy, stressful surroundings and apply procedures to detect threats.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Transportation Security Officers to protect travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous, professional manner. Responsibilities include operating screening equipment, conducting searches, and controlling checkpoints to prevent dangerous objects from entering aircraft.

Officers will interact with the public, provide directions, and respond to inquiries while maintaining vigilance in a dynamic, high-traffic setting.