Behavior Detection Officer (BDO)

Federal Security Job Resource; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers to work inside airport terminals in Lakewood. No prior experience is required and training is provided. Starting pay ranges from $23.00 to $45.00 per hour with annual compensation between $48,000 and $70,000+.

Shifts are schedule-based and benefits include paid leave, health insurance, and a retirement plan with TSP matching. Opportunities for overtime and career advancement are available.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training is provided.
• Willingness to work in airport terminals and in shift-based schedules.
• Ability to monitor passenger behavior and report suspicious activity.
• Commitment to security protocols and teamwork with law enforcement partners.

Responsibilities

• Monitor passenger behavior in airport terminals.
• Identify potential threats and report security concerns.
• Coordinate with law enforcement as needed.
• Document and communicate findings to security teams.

Job description

Role Overview

TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers (BDOs) to work inside airport terminals in Lakewood. These professionals focus on identifying suspicious behavior and preventing potential threats before they occur. No prior experience is required and training is provided.

Position Details

• Openings : Lakewood and Nationwide
• Starting Pay : $23.00 - $45.00
• Annual Compensation : $48,000 - $70,000+
• Schedule : Shift-based

Perks and Benefits

• Paid leave and holidays
• Health insurance coverage
• Retirement plan with TSP matching
• Overtime opportunities
• Career advancement

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor passenger behavior
• Identify potential threats
• Coordinate with law enforcement
• Report security concerns

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