Behavior Detection Officer (BDO)

Airport Security Careers; Tamms (IL); 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 Tamms. These professionals focus on identifying suspicious behavior and preventing threats before they occur. No prior experience is required and training is provided.

Starting pay ranges $23.00–$45.00 per hour, with annual compensation of $48,000–$70,000+. Duties include monitoring passenger behavior, identifying potential threats, coordinating with law enforcement, and reporting security concerns.

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 Tamms. 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 : Tamms 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

How Our Program Helps

• Hiring guidance
• Practice tests
• Interview coaching
• Job locator tools

Join TSA and play a key role in proactive airport security in Tamms.