Transportation Security Officer

U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Bar Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Transportation Security Officers to ensure the safety and security of travelers across various transportation sectors. In this vital role, you will be responsible for protecting air travelers, airports, and aircraft while maintaining a professional demeanor. This position offers a chance to contribute to national security efforts and engage in a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates will possess relevant experience or education, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle the responsibilities of this critical role. Join a team committed to safeguarding the nation's transportation systems and making a difference in the lives of countless individuals.

Qualifications

• At least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and protection of air travelers and airports.
• Ensure courteous and professional service in all interactions.

Skills

Security Industry Experience

Aviation Screening

X-ray Technician Skills

Education

High School Diploma

GED

HiSET

TASC Certificate

Job description

Transportation Security Officer

Transportation Security Officers are responsible for providing security and protection of travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner. Their duties may also extend to securing high-profile events, important figures and/or anything that includes or impacts our transportation systems. Learn more about the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) role on the TSA Careers Website.

Salary Information: The salary range for Bar Harbor, ME (BHB - Hancock County Bar Harbor Airport) is $43,876 to $56,282 or $21.02 to $26.97 per hour and includes locality pay of 17.06%.

This Transportation Security Officer position is located in Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Transportation Security Officer (TSOs) within Security Operations (SO), you will provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. Duties may include but are not limited to:

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

To qualify for the SV-D pay band (equivalent to the GS-5/6), you must meet one of the qualification requirements (A OR B) outlined below:

1. A. Experience: At least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
2. OR
3. B. Education: Have a high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED), High School Equivalency Test (HiSET), or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) high school equivalency certificate.

Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime.

National Service Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can