Transportation Security Officer

7 days ago

Santa Barbara, California, United States Transportation Security Administration Full time
Job Summary

As a Transportation Security Officer with the Transportation Security Administration, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of the traveling public. Your responsibilities will include operating various screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo, and on passengers, as well as conducting searches and screenings to prevent those objects from being transported onto aircraft.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate various screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo, and on passengers
  • Conduct searches and screenings to prevent dangerous objects from being transported onto aircraft
  • Control terminal entry and exit points
  • Interact with the public, providing directions and responding to inquiries
  • Maintain focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment
  • Engage in continuous development of critical thinking skills to mitigate actual and potential security threats
Requirements
  • Must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National
  • Must have reached the minimum age (18) at the time of application
  • Selective Service registration is required
  • Must pass a structured interview, drug screening, medical evaluation, and background investigation
  • Subject to post-employment random drug and/or alcohol testing
  • Must be available to work various shifts and overtime, as needed
  • Must be proficient in English (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, comprehending)
  • Mandatory travel for training and occasional travel may be required
Physical Demands
  • Maintain physical agility to ensure ability to squat and bend
  • Ability to repeatedly lift and manipulate baggage, containers, weighing approximately 50 pounds and other objects subject to security processing
  • Ability to walk up to three (3) miles during a shift and stand for prolonged periods (up to 4 hours) of time
Benefits

The Transportation Security Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your application through USAJOBS. You must complete the initial online application, including the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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