Transportation Security Officer

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: This Transportation Security Officer position is located in Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Transportation Security Officer (TSOs) within Security Operations (SO), you will provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. Duties may include but are not limited to: - Operating various screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft. - Performing searches and screening, which may include physical interaction with passengers (e.g., pat-downs, search of property, etc.), conducting bag searches and lifting/carrying bags, bins, and property weighing up to 50lbs. - Controlling terminal entry and exit points. - Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries. - Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations. - Engaging in continuous development of critical thinking skills, necessary to mitigate actual and potential security threats, by identifying, evaluating, and applying appropriate situational options and approaches. This may include application of risk-based security screening protocols that vary based on program requirements. - Retaining and implementing knowledge of all applicable Standard Operating Procedures, demonstrating responsible and dependable behavior, and is open to change and adapts to new information or unexpected obstacles. **Realistic Job Preview:**The Realistic Job Preview gives you an honest, objective and vivid portrait of what it means to work as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) and provides employee testimonies about both the good and the challenging aspects of being a TSO. To view the video, pleaseClick Here. We believe your organization could help us reach out to more qualified candidates. For more information and to apply to any of the open airport positions, job seekers may go to USAJOBS - Search (Burlington and Rutland). While most federal jobs require a resume, the TSO application does not require one, nor will it be reviewed as this qualifies as an entry-level position. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is currently seeking entry-level officers for multiple positions. This exciting opportunity offers competitive pay in a fast-paced environment, great benefits, and a chance to enter a world of possibilities within the federal government! Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) play a critical role in maintaining the security of the traveling public. Comprehensive paid training equips our officers to perform the duties necessary to secure our checkpoints through the operation of high-tech equipment and screening of passen ers in a friendly and professional manner. Positions at BTV start at $24.80 per hour, progressing to $30.18 per hour after just two years; they also are currently offering a sign-on bonus of us to $5,000. Positions at RUT start at $19.52 per hour, progressing to $29.57 per hour after just two years. Whether full-time or part-time, officers are eligible for full federal benefits right from the start, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, uniform allowance and more. TSA accepts candidates of all different backgrounds and experience levels. Our basic TSO requirements include: - U.S.Citizen or National - 18 years of age or older - High school diploma, GED or equivalent certificate - Able to pass a federal drug screening, medical evaluation and background investigation - Available to work shifts at odd hours, occasional overtime and the ability to travel for training