Airport Security & Screening Specialist

TSA (Transportation Security Administration); Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration is hiring Transportation Security Officers to protect travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous, professional manner. Responsibilities include screening, protecting high-profile events, and maintaining security of the nation's transportation systems.

For qualified candidates, eligibility factors include at least one year of relevant security or aviation screening experience or a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• At least one year of full-time work experience in the security Industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
• Have a high school diploma, GED, HiSET, or TASC high school equivalency certificate.
• Credit for experience is based on a 40-hour workweek; volunteer service can count as experience.
• Selective Service registration may be required; residency within the U.S. for three of the last five years may be required.
• Maintaining certification and fitness for duty; completion of training and background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and protection of travelers across transportation sectors in a courteous, professional manner.
• Possible duties include securing high-profile events and important figures; upholding TSA mission and security protocols.
• Work shifts can include evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime as determined by airport needs.

Skills

Security experience

Aviation screening

X-ray technology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration is hiring Transportation Security Officers to protect travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous, professional manner. Responsibilities include screening, protecting high-profile events, and maintaining security of the nation's transportation systems.

For qualified candidates, eligibility factors include at least one year of relevant security or aviation screening experience or a high school diploma or equivalent.