Transportation Security Officer

Flypuw; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; 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 provide professional and courteous security services while also having the opportunity to secure high-profile events and important figures. This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to public safety and the integrity of our transportation systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in the security industry or relevant educational qualifications. If you are passionate about safety and service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time work experience in security or aviation screening.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and protection for travelers across transportation sectors.
• Secure high-profile events and important figures as needed.

Skills

Security Industry Experience

Aviation Screening

X-ray Technician Skills

Education

High School Diploma

GED

HiSET

TASC

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

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 (i.e., volunteer 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