To view open positions for TSOs around the country, visit TSA.gov/TSO. For more information on the duties, of a TSO and to learn a little more about TSA’s mission, a video titled “ Day in the Life of a TSO” is available. TSA seeks those who want to take the initial step into a rewarding federal career and support TSA’s critical mission of protecting our nation’s transportation systems. Starting pay ranges from $16.56 to $17.99 an hour, depending on location, with opportunities for pay increases after six months.

TSA is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including military veterans and persons with disabilities. Targeted recruitment, virtual job fairs, and opportunities in dozens of cities have already been announced for individuals seeking part-time and full-time opportunities.īenefits include paid training, annual and sick leave, health care plans for full- and part-time employees and a generous retirement plan.

We expect to screen a higher number of travelers regularly by the summer months and will need additional officers to support our critical mission.”īased on anticipated seasonal travel trends in the months ahead and the progress of COVID-19 vaccinations for the general public, TSA has launched national efforts to recruit new employees in support of screening operations at approximately 430 airports nationwide. “Each day, our officers screen hundreds of thousands of airline travelers ensuring they arrive at their destinations safely. “TSOs are a critical first line defense in securing our nation’s commercial air transportation system,” said Melanie Harvey, acting Executive Assistant Administrator for TSA’s Security Operations. In South Dakota, TSA is looking to fill positions at airports in Rapid City, Pierre, Watertown, and Aberdeen. RAPID CITY, South Dakota – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is launching recruitment efforts nationwide to fill over 6,000 Transportation Security Officer (TSO) positions by summer 2021.

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