Transportation Security Officer — Protect Travel, Serve

TSA (Transportation Security Administration); Durango (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration is hiring Transportation Security Officers to ensure secure and courteous protection of travelers across all transportation sectors. Officers work to safeguard airports and related facilities while maintaining professional conduct.

Applicants must meet one of the qualification options (A or B) and will undergo extensive training, suitability checks, and travel requirements. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time work experience in security, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
• High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or TASC equivalency.
• Credit for experience is based on a 40-hour workweek; part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio.
• Volunteer experience counts toward qualifying experience per National Service programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and protection of travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain the security and safety of transportation systems while interacting with the public.
• Complete classroom training, on-the-job training, and certification, plus ongoing recertification and background checks.

Skills

Security experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration is hiring Transportation Security Officers to ensure secure and courteous protection of travelers across all transportation sectors. Officers work to safeguard airports and related facilities while maintaining professional conduct.

Applicants must meet one of the qualification options (A or B) and will undergo extensive training, suitability checks, and travel requirements. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.