Transportation Security Officer

U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht engagierte Transportation Security Officers, die für die Sicherheit von Reisenden in allen Transportsektoren verantwortlich sind. Diese spannende Rolle erfordert ein hohes Maß an Professionalität und die Fähigkeit, in stressigen Situationen ruhig zu bleiben. Die Aufgaben umfassen die Überwachung von Sicherheitsmaßnahmen an Flughäfen und die Unterstützung bei der Sicherung von hochkarätigen Veranstaltungen. Mit einem attraktiven Gehalt und einem zusätzlichen Anreiz durch einen Sign-on Bonus bietet diese Position eine hervorragende Gelegenheit, einen positiven Einfluss auf die öffentliche Sicherheit zu haben. Wenn Sie ein Teamplayer sind, der sich für die Sicherheit der Gemeinschaft einsetzt, könnte dies die perfekte Rolle für Sie sein.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Verschiedene Arbeitszeitmodelle

Qualifications

• Mindestens ein Jahr Erfahrung in Sicherheitsdiensten oder Flughafen-Screening.
• Abschluss eines High School Diplomas oder GED erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Bereitstellung von Sicherheitsdiensten für Flugreisende und Flughäfen.
• Durchführung von Hintergrundprüfungen und Einhaltung von Standards.

Skills

Sicherheitsüberwachung

Flughafen-Screening

X-Ray-Technik

Education

High School Diploma oder GED

Job description

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 anything that impacts our transportation systems. Learn more about the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) role on the TSA Careers Website.

Duties

Click the airport name below for more information.

• Salary Information: The salary range for PIT - Pittsburgh International is $42,371 to $54,305 or $20.3 to $26.02 per hour, including locality pay of 20.37%.
• The salary range for MDT - Harrisburg Airport is $41,745 to $53,502 or $20 to $25.64 per hour, including locality pay of 18.59%.
• The salary range for LNS - Lancaster Airport is $38,372 to $53,502 or $18.39 to $25.64 per hour, including locality pay of 18.59%.
• The salary range for LBE - Arnold Palmer Airport is $38,948 to $54,305 or $18.66 to $26.02 per hour, including locality pay of 20.37%.
• The salary range for ABE - Lehigh Valley Airport is $44,057 to $61,429 or $21.11 to $29.43 per hour, including locality pay of 36.16%.
• The salary ranges for AOO - Altoona-Blair Airport, AVP - Wilkes Barre/Scranton, BFD - Bradford Airport, DUJ - Dubois-Jefferson, ERI - Erie Airport, JST - Johnstown-Cambria, & UNV - University Park are $37,696 to $52,559 or $18.06 to $25.18 per hour, including locality pay of 16.5%.

Sign-on Bonus: The TSA is currently offering up to $1,000 for AVP, BFD, DUJ, LNS & UNV, and up to $2,000 for AOO, with half paid after onboarding and the other half after one year of service. The bonus amount may change based on operational needs.

Note: On July 2, 2023, TSA is implementing a new compensation plan with a three-rung career ladder (D, E, and F bands). For more details, click here.

This position is located within the TSA, Department of Homeland Security. Responsibilities include providing security for air travelers, airports, and aircraft in a professional manner. Duties may include but are not limited to:

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

To qualify for the SV-D pay band (GS-5/6 equivalent), you must meet one of the following:

1. Experience: At least one year of full-time work experience in security, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
2. Education: High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or TASC.

Additional requirements include travel, background checks, and adherence to grooming and appearance standards. Full-time and part-time work schedules vary, and maintaining certification and fitness is required for employment.

Note: No relocation expenses are paid. Employment does not confer law enforcement status. TSA is an excepted service agency, and employees are part of a bargaining unit represented by AFGE.

About the company

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is responsible for public security, including anti-terrorism, border security, immigration, cybersecurity, and disaster management.