Behavior Detection Specialist – Security & Threat Prevention

Federal Security Job Resource; Charleston (WV); 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

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring Behavior Detection Officers to work inside airport terminals in Charleston. No prior experience is required and training is provided.

Starting pay ranges from $23.00 to $45.00 per hour, with annual compensation of $48,000 to $70,000+ for roles based in Charleston and nationwide. Position features shift-based schedules, with benefits including paid leave, health insurance coverage, and a retirement plan 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

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring Behavior Detection Officers to work inside airport terminals in Charleston. No prior experience is required and training is provided.

Starting pay ranges from $23.00 to $45.00 per hour, with annual compensation of $48,000 to $70,000+ for roles based in Charleston and nationwide. Position features shift-based schedules, with benefits including paid leave, health insurance coverage, and a retirement plan with TSP matching.