Behavior Detection Officer (BDO) in Columbia, MD

TSA Job Resource; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan with TSP matching

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

TSA is promoting an independent preparation resource that places Behavior Detection Officers in airport terminals in Columbia. This program emphasizes identifying suspicious behavior and preventing threats before they occur, with no prior experience required and training provided. Openings include Columbia and nationwide.

Starting pay is $23.00–$45.00 per hour, with annual compensation of $48,000–$70,000+. The schedule is shift-based, and the program offers overtime opportunities and career

Qualifications

• No prior security or related experience required.
• Training provided upon hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

No experience required

Job description

Role Overview

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

How Our Program Helps

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

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