TSA Administrative Program Assistant (Flexible Scheduling)

TSA Hiring Service; Barry (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Program Assistants to provide administrative and program support across TSA offices and operations in Barry. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, scheduling, and coordinating between managers and staff.

The position requires meticulous organization, ability to manage multiple assignments, and clear communication to keep daily operations on schedule.

Qualifications

• Provides administrative and program support in a busy office.
• Prepares reports, correspondence, spreadsheets, or presentations.
• Tracks deadlines, assignments, records, or performance information.
• Researches information in files, databases, and electronic systems.
• Monitors program metrics and identifies discrepancies.
• Supports payroll, timekeeping, finance, HR, or scheduling functions.
• Makes recommendations based on administrative findings or reports.
• Uses office software to organize information and support multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and program support to TSA managers and employees
• Help coordinate daily office activities, projects, and operational assignments
• Compile, organize, track, and analyze program information
• Maintain electronic records, spreadsheets, reports, and administrative files
• Prepare correspondence, meeting materials, reports, and internal communications
• Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, and track deadlines or action items
• Assist with finance, human resources, scheduling, payroll, or other assigned program areas
• Monitor program metrics and help identify incomplete or inconsistent information
• Research files, records, policies, and electronic systems
• Support the implementation of new office procedures and administrative systems
• Communicate with employees, managers, timekeepers, financial staff, and external contacts
• Review administrative work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data entry

Records management

Calendar management

Customer service

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Program Assistants to provide administrative and program support across TSA offices and operations in Barry. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, scheduling, and coordinating between managers and staff.

The position requires meticulous organization, ability to manage multiple assignments, and clear communication to keep daily operations on schedule.