Frontline Travel Security Officer

Department of Homeland Security; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Officers safeguard travelers across all transportation sectors, performing screening duties with courtesy and professionalism. They may support security at high-profile events and protect critical transportation infrastructure.

This role requires meeting qualification standards A or B, completing TSA training, and complying with travel and residency requirements. Full-time shifts can include nights, weekends, irregular hours, and potential travel.

Qualifications

• At least one year of full-time work experience in the security Industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
• Have a high school diploma, GED, HiSET or TASC high school equivalency certificate.
• Credit for experience based on a 40-hour workweek; part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and protection of travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ensure compliance with TSA policies, training, and background checks.
• Maintain required certifications and complete recurrent and specialized training.

Skills

Security industry experience

Aviation screening experience

X-ray technician experience

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Transportation Security Officers safeguard travelers across all transportation sectors, performing screening duties with courtesy and professionalism. They may support security at high-profile events and protect critical transportation infrastructure.

This role requires meeting qualification standards A or B, completing TSA training, and complying with travel and residency requirements. Full-time shifts can include nights, weekends, irregular hours, and potential travel.