Federal Program Assistant: Admin, Data & Scheduling

Transportation Security Careers; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Program Assistants to support TSA offices and airport field operations with administrative coordination, data tracking, scheduling, and records management.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to handle multiple assignments, and clear communication across teams. Specific duties vary by area such as finance, HR, scheduling, payroll, or workplace programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing administrative or program support in a busy office.
• Experience preparing reports, correspondence, spreadsheets, or presentations.
• Tracking deadlines, assignments, records, or performance information.
• Researching information in files, databases, and electronic systems.
• Monitoring program metrics and identifying discrepancies.
• Supporting payroll, timekeeping, finance, human resources, or scheduling functions.
• Making recommendations based on administrative findings or reports.
• Using office software to organize information and support multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and program support to TSA managers and employees
• Help coordinate daily office activities, projects, and operational assignments
• Compile, organize, track, and analyze program information
• Maintain electronic records, spreadsheets, reports, and administrative files
• Prepare correspondence, meeting materials, reports, and internal communications
• Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, and track deadlines or action items
• Assist with finance, human resources, scheduling, payroll, or other assigned program areas
• Monitor program metrics and help identify incomplete or inconsistent information
• Research files, records, policies, and electronic systems
• Support the implementation of new office procedures and administrative systems
• Communicate with employees, managers, timekeepers, financial staff, and external contacts
• Review administrative work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures

Skills

Organization and detail orientation

Written and verbal communication

Data entry and basic analysis

Records and document management

Calendar and deadline coordination

Customer service and professional tone

Multitasking with accuracy

Discretion with sensitive information

Education

No specific degree required if experience qualifies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Program Assistants to support TSA offices and airport field operations with administrative coordination, data tracking, scheduling, and records management.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to handle multiple assignments, and clear communication across teams. Specific duties vary by area such as finance, HR, scheduling, payroll, or workplace programs.