Behavior Detection Officer (BDO)
TSA Hiring Hub
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
TSA Hiring Hub in San Mateo seeks Behavior Detection Officers to monitor passenger behavior and identify potential threats inside airport terminals. This role emphasizes proactive security and coordination with law enforcement, with no prior experience required and on-the-job training provided.
Openings are available in San Mateo and nationwide, with starting pay and benefits that include health insurance, retirement matching, paid leave, overtime, and career advancement opportunities.
Qualifications
- No prior experience required.
- On-the-job training provided.
- Strong observational skills helpful.
Responsibilities
- Monitor passenger behavior
- Identify potential threats
- Coordinate with law enforcement
- Report security concerns
Job description
TSA is hiring Behavior Detection Officers (BDOs) to work inside airport terminals in San Mateo. These professionals focus on identifying suspicious behavior and preventing potential threats before they occur. No prior experience is required and training is provided.
Openings: San Mateo and Nationwide
Starting Pay: $23.00 - $45.00
Annual Compensation: $48,000 - $70,000+
Schedule: Shift-based
- Paid leave and holidays
- Health insurance coverage
- Retirement plan with TSP matching
- Overtime opportunities
- Career advancement
- Monitor passenger behavior
- Identify potential threats
- Coordinate with law enforcement
- Report security concerns
This is not a direct TSA job offer. This promotes an independent preparation resource. TSA does not charge application fees.
- Hiring guidance
- Practice tests
- Interview coaching
- Job locator tools
Join TSA and play a key role in proactive airport security in San Mateo.
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