Behavior Detection Officer (BDO)

Airport Security Careers; Mechanicsville (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan with TSP matching

Overtime opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers (BDOs) to work inside airport terminals in Mechanicsville. No prior experience is required and training is provided.

Openings are in Mechanicsville and nationwide, with starting pay of $23.00–$45.00 per hour and annual compensation of $48,000–$70,000+. Shifts are schedule-based to cover operations, and opportunities for overtime, health benefits, and retirement plan through TSP are included.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training is provided.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Role Overview

TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers (BDOs) to work inside airport terminals in Mechanicsville. 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: Mechanicsville 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

Disclaimer

This is not a direct TSA job offer. This promotes an independent preparation resource. TSA does not charge application fees.

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