Behavior Detection Officer (BDO)

Airport Security Careers; San Mateo (CA); 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

Airport Security Careers promotes a training-based role in San Mateo as a Behavior Detection Officer inside airport terminals. No prior experience is required and training is provided to help you identify suspicious behavior and prevent threats before they occur.

Starting pay ranges from $23.00 to $45.00 per hour, with annual compensation between about $48,000 and $70,000+. The schedule is shift-based, and benefits include health insurance, paid leave/holidays, retirement with TSP matching,

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training 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 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

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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• Hiring guidance
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• Interview coaching
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