Behavior Detection Officer (BDO) - Night & Weekend Shifts

Airport Security Careers; Ames (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

Airport Security Careers seeks Behavior Detection Officers to work inside Ames airport terminals and nationwide openings. No prior experience is required; comprehensive training is provided to ensure readiness for identifying suspicious behavior and preventing threats.

Starting pay is $23.00–$45.00 per hour with annual compensation in the $48,000–$70,000+ range. The position follows shift-based schedules with benefits including health insurance, paid leave, a retirement plan with TSP matching,

Qualifications

• No prior experience is 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 Ames. 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 : Ames 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

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