Transportation Security Officer — Air Travel Safety

Transportation Security Administration; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Durango, CO seeks Transportation Security Officers to protect air travelers and airports. Duties include operating screening equipment, conducting bag searches, and ensuring safe access points while interacting with the public in a high‑pressure setting.

The role offers a pay range of $46,105 to $56,844 yearly plus locality pay, with applications closing 2027-01-21.

Qualifications

• Must be a female applicant to meet staffing needs.
• Ability to operate screening equipment and identify dangerous objects.
• Willingness to work in a high-stress airport environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo, and on passengers.
• Conduct bag searches and may perform pat-downs as part of security screening.
• Control terminal entry/exit points and interact with the public to provide directions.
• Maintain focus in a noisy, crowded environment and respond to emergencies.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Durango, CO seeks Transportation Security Officers to protect air travelers and airports. Duties include operating screening equipment, conducting bag searches, and ensuring safe access points while interacting with the public in a high‑pressure setting.

The role offers a pay range of $46,105 to $56,844 yearly plus locality pay, with applications closing 2027-01-21.