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10+ years of experience
Responsible for the safety and security of the traveling public and their property by utilizing protocol and procedures established by DHS/TSA.
- Maintained a high level of Customer Service and Communication while using required observation and security techniques.
- Advanced skills in security equipment: Explosive Trace Detection, Computed Tomography X-ray, Heimenn X-ray, and Advanced Imaging Technology. Basic use of Microsoft Outlook.
- Maintained annual testing scores in the top 5 percentile.
- Two years as member of the Employee Action Committee.
- Served two years as Chief Steward for AFGE Union.
- Coordinated Holiday Parties, Potlucks, & Special Events.
0-5 years of experience
Delegated workload, balancing tasks among employees enabling timely delivery and completion of work.
- Recognized opportunities for improvement, redistributing projects and work as needed to position employees to be successful. Arranged training for team members to ensure high quality completion of all assigned duties.
- Presented and communicated to upper level management on status of all work.
- Effectively handled all minor conflicts resulting in fewer escalations.
- Facilitated and coordinated initiatives and petitioned to management for resources such as computers.
- Implemented vital company procedures, ensuring public safety and company objectives are upheld.
0-5 years of experience
Acted quickly to counter security threats while also interacting with the public in a helpful and friendly way.
- Screened passengers, coordinated security, and gathered intelligence.
- Oversaw the federal government’s transportation-related issues during a national emergency.
- Able to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
- Can type 45 Words per minute
- Responsible work of more than average difficulty performing activities associated with operating the department’s Teletype system, responding to requests from the public, and providing general office support.
- Responsible for simultaneously operating computer-aided dispatch systems, a multi-channel radio console and a multi-line telephone. Work requires the ability to complete assignments quickly and accurately and to handle several requests simultaneously.
6-10 years of experience
Performed functions using various technologies such as an Ion Trap Mobility Spectrometer.
- Performed daily maintenance of electronic equipment.
- Maintained quality standards in regard to standard operating procedures.
- Mentored new-hires during on-the-job training.
0-5 years of experience
Continuously interact and assist public through screening process
- Selected to be an On-Job Trainer for newly hired officers due to my superior performance
- Received time off award for excellent attention to detail and personal judgment
- Performed Officer in Charge duties, requiring additional self-taught and leadership skills
- Received perfect yearly rating in 2013, with specific accolades on superior communication and integrity.
0-5 years of experience
Identified, distributed, and balanced workloads and tasks amongst employees.
- Trained and mentored team members; monitored and reported on the status and progress of work.
- Monitored and conducted screening of passengers and their baggage.
- Maintained communication with management regarding issues that might reveal vulnerabilities to security screening.
- Participated in information briefings concerning sensitive information.
- Immediately responded to breaches of security and emergency situations.
- Assisted superiors and LEOs with investigation of incidents.
- Utilized computer hardware and software to create documents; analyze information and report information.
10+ years of experience
Maintain qualifications in both the passenger screening and the baggage operations
- Has performed the duties of On The Job Mentor and Acting Lead Officer when called upon to do so by Management
- Performed additional duties to include Equipment maintenance team member and ADASAP
- Rapid/Heimann X-ray machine, lanscan/BarrigerTrace Detection CTX and L-3 baggage scanner operator qualified
0-5 years of experience
Served as a Federal Security Officer
- Safeguarded aviation transportation at LaGuardia Airport, NY
- Used various methods and equipment to efficiently screen passengers and luggage prior to boarding aircraft, preventing prohibited persons and items
- Provided calm, friendly and professional customer service to air travelers
- Received Time Awarded certificates in recognition of preventing prohibited items, leading to arrests
0-5 years of experience
- Performed verbal and written communication skills by providing customer service to passengers and employees.
- Demonstrated a working knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards upon the federal checkpoint.
- Demonstrated multi-tasking skills to hale various task, responsibilities, and alternate between different work sites.
- Conducted and provided security services to the public, employees, management, and upper management.
- Certified in the utilization of the Rapiscan and Smith x-ray apparatus.
- Certified in the area of Advanced Image Technology.
- Obtained and maintained security clearance with the [company name].
0-5 years of experience
Transportation Security Officer Grade: SV-D-00
- Discover and stop emerging transportation security threats Salary: $31,923
- Educate and provide friendly customer service to passengers Hours: 25/Week
- Screen passengers and gather intelligence
- Control entry and exit points
- Screen passengers using Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT)
6-10 years of experience
Maintain personnel on lanes to obtain optimal traffic flow and strict security protocols.
- Focused observation of coworkers in order to make recommendations for improving screening procedures and corrective actions.
- Proficient use of all technical equipment and strict adherence to Standard Operation Procedures
- Responsible for customer service satisfaction, providing passengers with information and assisting them in understanding procedures
- Worked multiple shifts and Holidays, often providing extended coverage when needed
- Knowledge and implementation of emergency protocol
- Selected for the 2008 Midwest Conference
0-5 years of experience
Successfully completed extensive classroom and On-the-Job training to become certified.
- Advise passengers of security procedures.
- Screen passengers by verifying ID’s and boarding passes, using the Walk Through Metal Detector, scanning and searching x-ray images, performing pat downs of passengers and conducting bag searches of property.
- Effectively communicate with team members to utilize the latest body scanning technology.
- Take part in online and classroom training on a monthly basis in order to stay up to date on the job skills expected of a Transportation Security Officer.
- Received the highest level of achievement on first yearly evaluation.
0-5 years of experience
Inspects carry-on items, using x-ray viewing equipment to determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation.
- Decides whether baggage that triggers alarms should be searched or should be allowed to pass through by observing, receiving, and obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
- Experience with identifying or detecting a known pattern that is hidden in other distracting material; combing pieces of information to form conclusions
- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Experience using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
0-5 years of experience
Ensuring the screening of airport passengers through the use of critical thinking to mitigate threats to aviation systems
- Using knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures to guarantee the proper screening procedures are taking place
- Applying prior customer service experience to establish a sense of security and respect for passengers
- Exercising teamwork aside my co-workers and superiors
- Assisting management in closing operations
- Assisting management with daily operating procedures
- Served as a member of the Bid & Scheduling Committee
6-10 years of experience
Engage in threat defense activities to protect aviation and other transportation modes
- Perform all security actions related to screening all passengers, baggage and cargo through the standard of procedure using technology and techniques
- Make independent, security decisions based on intuition, experience, observations and critical thinking skills
- Engage in voluntary encounters and casual conversations with individuals to analyze and assess behaviors and refer individuals for additional screening when criteria is met
- Exercise sound judgment while performing passive observation
- Work in conjunction with behavior detection officers and joint law enforcement assignments
0-5 years of experience
Control and monitor entry and exit points at secured airport locations, such as tarmacs, terminals, airside gates, baggage claim and other areas
- Properly handle all security screening equipment such as X-ray machines and a hand wand in order to properly screen travelers
- Check all baggage and cargo at airports efficiently
- Consistently on the lookout for any breach of security and instantly raise alarm if anything suspicious is found.
- Participate in informational confidential security briefings as required
- Respond quickly, professionally and appropriately in an emergency situation that arises at the airport
- Able to explain security regulations to everyone
0-5 years of experience
Control and monitor entry and exit points at secured airport locations, such as tarmacs, terminals, airside gates, baggage claim and other areas
- Properly handle all security screening equipment such as X-ray machines and a hand wand in order to properly screen travelers
- Check all baggage and cargo at airports efficiently
- Consistently on the lookout for any breach of security and instantly raise alarm if anything suspicious is found.
- Participate in informational confidential security briefings as required
- Respond quickly, professionally and appropriately in an emergency situation that arises at the airport
- Able to explain security regulations to everyone
0-5 years of experience
Control and monitor entry and exit points at secured airport locations, such as tarmacs, terminals, airside gates, baggage claim and other areas
- Properly handle all security screening equipment such as X-ray machines and a hand wand in order to properly screen travelers
- Check all baggage and cargo at airports efficiently
- Consistently on the lookout for any breach of security and instantly raise alarm if anything suspicious is found.
- Participate in informational confidential security briefings as required
- Respond quickly, professionally and appropriately in an emergency situation that arises at the airport
- Able to explain security regulations to everyone
0-5 years of experience
Protect the traveling public by screening approximately 4,000 passengers along with their property daily.
- Constantly communicate with co-workers to ensure that breaches do not occur.
- Attend daily briefings with supervisors to discuss any issues with the security screening processes that could potentially pose a threat, or make us vulnerable in any way.
- Chosen as an On the Job Trainer (OJT) coaching each individual new to the [company name] (TSA) on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that they are adhering to the processes.
- Selected as a Standards and Evaluation Assessor (SEA) for the 2015 Annual Proficiency’s Review. SEA’s are responsible for completing the locally scheduled Practice and Scored Observations while coaching and mentoring fellow officers, and providing detailed feedback and demonstrations of the correct procedure where applicable.
6-10 years of experience
Transportation Security Administration
- Advised and enforced government mandated regulations for aviation.
- Operated Backscatter, Rapiscan, and Hiemen x-ray equipment.
- Conduct security searches on passengers and their property.
- Verified identity and authentication of travel documents.
- Mentor new hires and supervise lane rotations.
0-5 years of experience
Assist supervisor in conducting daily screening operations which consist of rotating TSOs from different screening positions and obtaining hourly WTMD/AIT count
- Complete and account for daily inventory of screening equipment, supplies and SSI binders
- Travel to Tunica, MS airport(CAT 3) as needed to perform Acting Supervisor duties and assist in performing screening of female passengers due to shortage of female TSOs.
- Supervise and conduct playbook inspections which consist of random pat-downs, ID verification and bag searches at terminal gates
- Perform operational maintenance and calibration of equipment to ensure functionality.
- Enforce Checkpoint policy/procedures while using judgment and expertise to oversee screening operations
- Use interpersonal skills to resolve disputes among Transportation Security Officers.
0-5 years of experience
Excellent Customer Service
- Provides expertise as an officer to prevent terrorism, enforce and administer government laws, safeguard cyber space and ensure resilience to disasters.
- Secures the traveling public.
- Provides security for passengers, aircraft, and airports.
- Responsible for front -line passenger and baggage screening.
- Examines baggage as it runs through X-Ray machines and CT80’s.
- Controls and monitors entry and exit points at secure airport locations, such as tarmacs, terminals, airside gates, baggage claim, and other common areas.
0-5 years of experience
Working as Transportation Security Officer for the [company name] at Boston Logan International Airport.
- Maintained focus and awareness in a high stress environment to professionally identify potentially life-threatening objects or weapons of mass destruction.
- Decision making in either routine or potential crisis situations.
- Interacting with the public of diverse cultural backgrounds throughout different stages of the security process.
- Operation of various types of screening equipment to identify potential threats both on persons and in baggage.
6-10 years of experience
Performed employee surveillance (monitored screening and security procedures) and communicated findings to management regarding any issues that might reveal a weakness or vulnerable area of security screening that is discovered during the course of operations.
- Professionally monitored the flow of passengers, baggage, and cargo through the screening checkpoint to facilitate orderly and efficient processing.
- Operated full body screening devices, walk-through and hand-held metal detectors, Explosive Detection Systems and Explosive Trace Detection systems, and X-ray machines to screen passengers entering the terminal checkpoints.
- Effectively monitored individuals’ behaviors as they entered and passed through security checkpoints and alerted superiors and/or law enforcement officers when suspicious behaviors were observed.
- Maintained security while providing good customer service by being professional but giving firm commands to individuals to control situations, including those that escalated.
- Patrolled the facility while serving as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule infractions.
- Made suggestions to improve screening processes and procedures to supervisors.
- Attended and participated in information briefings concerning security-sensitive or classified information.
- Reported all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to law enforcement.
- Wrote incident reports using a computer or by hand as necessary.
0-5 years of experience
Detection of fraudulent documents submitted by passengers and immigrants and continuously improving security-screening processes.
- Use electronic equipment such as CCTV video recording equipment / cameras to investigate criminal inquiries, procedural violations, and passenger complaints. Interview witnesses and ask for statements to be included in incident reports.
- Provide morning briefings and intelligence to officers daily.
- Lead team of officers in day to day tasks which include: security screening of persons, pat-down searches, and x-ray operations.
- Train officers in on the job duties and tasks that create successful security protection for the traveling public.
- As a lead officer, maintain control, movement, storage, and physical security of personnel, materials, equipment, facilities, and documents pertaining to security screening.
0-5 years of experience
Perform bag checks and confiscate prohibited items thru the checkpoint.
- Carry out full standard and modified pat downs.
- Operate the X-ray and determine if any threats are present.
- Inform all individuals of the rules and regulations proficiently.
- Operate the ETD machine, AIT, BVS and all screening technology efficiently.
- Verify Identification is non-tampered, matches person and matches boarding pass.
- Perform target search on alarmed areas on individual exiting screening equipment.
6-10 years of experience
Began in April 2004 as a Transportation Security Officer promoted to Lead Transportation Security Officer in June 2005.
- Handled daily paperwork and reports at end of shift.
- Responsible for the operation and calibration of the Explosive Trace Detection machines which I am certified to operate.
- Fully knowledgeable of standard operating procedures for airport security.
- Responsible for the detection of prohibited and dangerous items before they enter into the sterile area.
- Duties include overseeing officers and making sure they follow Standard Operating Procedures and answering any questions they may have.
- Have been assigned the responsibility of Acting Supervisor on numerous occasions.
- Member of the Safety Action Team (Certified Collateral Duty Safety Officer)
- Successfully completed 10 year Federal Background Investigation.
6-10 years of experience
- Supervising and performing evaluations for security officers.
- Communicating effectively with management and aircraft operators in order to ensure expedient and secure screening of passengers and baggage.
- Collecting and maintaining data for daily reports at end of the shift.
- Provided on the job training for 20+ security officers.
- Coordinated response to security breaches at TSA check points.
0-5 years of experience
Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft
- Performing searches, to include hand-wand and pat-down searches
- 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
6-10 years of experience
Operate screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft.
- Performing searches, to include explosive trace detection and pat-down searches.
- 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.
0-5 years of experience
Transportation Security Officers provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. 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.
- Provided superior customer service to all passengers flying through O’Hare Airport
- Screened thousands of passengers daily while maintaining my attention to detail to every passenger
- Worked as part of a team while succeeding as an individual
- Identify any potential threats or hazards
10+ years of experience
Responsible for security screening of persons, including tasks such as; pat-down searches, and monitoring walk-though metal detector screening equipment
- Performing security screening of property, including the operation of x-ray machines to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo, and on passengers; and the prevention of those object from being transported onto aircraft
- Controlling entry and exit points
- Improving security screening process and own performance through training and development
- Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquires in a reasonable tone and manner
- Maintaining focus and awareness within a busy environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery, people, distractions, time pressure, disruptive and angry passengers, and the requirement to identify and locate potentially life threatening devices and devices intended on creating massive destruction to passengers and aircrafts
10+ years of experience
Transportation Security Officer initiating first line security screening of passengers, baggage and cargo for weapons and other types of materials that are not allowed in the transportation system
- Conducted public relations between security and traveling public
- First responder to any security breach and liaison with other government agencies
- Use of Rapiscan x-ray security system
0-5 years of experience
Gathering, analyzing, and evaluating a variety of data from available sources to make risk/threat assessments and to identify inter-relationships including those that relate to the affected modes of transportation
- Responding to critical security incidents and applying standard operating procedures designed to minimize loss of life and damage to property and other resources
- Referring incidents outside of normal standard operating procedures to the appropriate staff member for resolution.
- Coordinating and tracking the readiness status, maintenance, and distribution of technical equipment and government property within airport operations
6-10 years of experience
- Provide proper customer service and resolve workplace conflicts with passengers and/or officers tactfully.
- Delegate and provide structure to officers to ensure the team goal is completed in a timely manner using team work.
- Demonstrate knowledge of standard operating procedures and applied knowledge at the security checkpoint.
- Use various security equipment, skills, and experience to identify threat items, and stop dangerous individuals and items from entering into the sterile area.
- Use oral and written communication skills to provide reports to incidents and/or solutions to any issues that arise.
6-10 years of experience
Daily operation of security equipment to identify dangerous objects
- Performing searches, to include hand-wand, pat-downs, bag searches
- Controlling terminal entry and exit points
- Mentor to new hires to include on-job training and necessary paperwork
- Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries
- Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment
6-10 years of experience
Prevent any deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto an aircraft
- Conduct duties with a focus on customer service, while assisting passengers who have questions or special needs.
- Assistant Training Instructor and On the Job Mentor
- Verify authenticity of identification.
- Communicate with passengers, airport personnel, and employees.
- Make efficient assessments in both crisis and routine situations.
- Respond quickly and appropriately in an emergency situation.
0-5 years of experience
Conduct screening of passengers, baggage and cargo.
- Assist in monitoring the flow of passengers through the screening checkpoint.
- Facilitate the orderly and efficient processing of passengers.
- Maintain communication with superiors regarding matters of national security.
- Participation in information briefings concerning sensitive security information.
- Operation of all security and screening equipment.
0-5 years of experience
Ensure adherence to the standard operating procedures laid out by the [company name] in order to ensure aviation safety.
- Employ tact and diplomacy while interacting with passengers in order to convey and achieve a positive image of the TSA while maintaining standards.
- Maintaining situational awareness in a busy environment especially when distractions occur such as unruly passengers and other disturbances. Ability to comprehend and act while processing a vast amount of information in a short time frame to avert crises.
- Confidence in the ability to work among a wide variety of co-workers. Focusing on a team effort and effective oral communications in order to achieve security goals and objectives.
- Hold federal security clearance for position.
0-5 years of experience
Providing effective and efficient security for passenger and freight transportation through:
- Performing thorough screening of approximately 20,000 passengers and baggage daily to identify dangerous and prohibited items within the airport facility
- Observe unusual behavior in passengers and perform additional screening based on Standard Operating Procedures.
- Composing detailed and accurate security reports on computerized IShare network
- Operating, calibrating, and performing alarm resolution on screening equipment including the x-ray machine, explosive threat detection, walk-through metal detector, and advanced imaging technology
- Interacting and communicating professionally with a diverse group of passengers and assist them with their individual needs.
- Maintaining situational awareness and attention to detail in a fast paced environment while complying with continuous changes in the Standard Operating Procedures.
- Providing prompt response to security breaches and emergency situations
- Collaborating with management and law enforcement officers to conduct security investigations
- Document and file security related documents using strong analytical skills.
0-5 years of experience
Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage
- Maintaining a continual awareness of the security posture at the airport entry and exit points
- Providing Customer based service while complying with the Standard Operating Procedure
- Demonstrating integrity / honesty and encouraging others to do the right thing in difficult situations
- Collaborating and Coordinating across functions
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for operating screening equipment and identification of dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on airline passengers.
- Control airline terminal entry and exit points.
- Identify and locate potentially life threatening and devices of mass destruction.
- Perform public relations activities and customer service related duties.
0-5 years of experience
Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations or production goals.
- Confer with customers, supervisors, contractors, or other personnel to exchange information or to resolve problems.
- Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations, production, or work related accidents.
- Monitor passenger flow through screening checkpoints to ensure order and efficiency.
- Search carry-on or checked baggage by hand when it is suspected to contain prohibited items such as weapons.
- Test baggage for any explosive materials using equipment such as explosive detection machines or chemical swab systems.
- Provide directions and respond to passenger inquiries.
- Check passengers’ tickets to ensure that they are valid, and to determine whether passengers have designations that require special handling.
- Perform pat-down searches or hand-held wand searches of passengers who have triggered machine alarms, who are unable to pass through metal detectors, or who have been randomly identified for such searches.
0-5 years of experience
Conduct daily screening on domestic and international passengers to ensure the safety of the traveling public
- Duties include monitoring personal belongings through x-ray machine to prevent hazardous materials and prohibited items from entering the sterile area
- Perform pat down procedures on passengers of like genders, people with disabilities, and people who may pose a threat to national security
- Vigilantly circulate airport perimeters to ensure the safety of the traveling public
0-5 years of experience
- Operate standard security equipment such as X-ray machines, hand wands, metal-detector screening, and explosive trace detection during or after screening checkpoints
- Conducts screening of passengers and baggage. If necessary perform Standardize Pat-downs.
- Assists in monitoring the flow of passengers through the screening checkpoint to operate the orderly and efficient processing of passengers.
- Control of entry and exit points of designated checkpoint.
- Identify possible security risks by observing the behavior of travelers as they move through terminal areas.
Transportation Security Officer Duties and Responsibilities
Daily duties for transportation security officers vary depending on the type of travel hub they work in, the number of travelers arriving and departing, and the potential dangers that arise. However, there are some universal core duties associated with the job that are generally the same everywhere:
Perform Security Checks Transportation security officers perform security checks on workers and travelers by checking identification and ticket information, looking inside bags and belongings, and using metal detecting equipment. Sometimes, this includes physically patting down travelers to check for weapons and other contraband.
Stay Alert Transportation security officers remain alert at all times, ready to take action if suspicious activity is seen or heard.
Speak to Violators Transportation security officers speak to those who violate security, such as telling loiterers to move along.
Write Incident Reports Transportation security officers log all security violations and write incident reports when security breaches occur.
Patrol Assigned Area Transportation security officers patrol an assigned area, usually on foot. Sometimes, this includes shifts of watching real-time security camera footage.
Maintain a Professional Appearance Transportation security officers maintain a professional appearance at all times. By the standards of many employers, this includes being well groomed and wearing no visible jewelry.
Detain Offenders Transportation security officers detain offenders found carrying weapons and other contraband.
Respond to Security Alerts Transportation security officers respond to security alerts and alarms warning of suspicious persons or dangerous situations.
Transportation Security Officer Skills and Qualifications
Transportation security officers put themselves in danger to maintain security among travelers by stopping potential threats. Employers look for transportation security officers who have the essential skills needed to perform this job:
- Physical ability – transportation security officers stand and walk for long periods at a time
- Communication – transportation security officers use verbal communication skills to speak to people on the property, and written communication skills to write incident reports
- Analytical skills – to make decisions regarding potentially threatening passengers and items
- Observation skills – transportation security officers are observant of all travelers at all times, constantly alert for potential danger
- Customer service – transportation security officers regularly interact with travelers, providing directions and leading them through screening processes
- Computer skills – transportation security officers read digital displays on X-ray machines and other security equipment
Transportation Security Officer Education and Training
Many employers do not have specific educational requirements for transportation security officers, but some do require candidates to have a high school diploma or GED to be considered for this job. Additionally, most employers require transportation security officers to be at least 18 years of age. Among many government agencies, transportation security officers are required to be at least 21 years of age. Because of the nature of the job, transportation security officers must be able to pass a thorough background check. Government agencies have strict requirements for transportation security officers regarding personal debt and put candidates through a more extensive screening process than privately-owned transport hubs. Because this is an entry-level job, almost all employers provide paid training to transportation security officers. This training program varies by employer but may last for several weeks. Transportation security officers in training work under close supervision from a senior security officer.
Transportation Security Officer Salary and Outlook
According to information provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, security guards and gaming surveillance officers earned $12.96 median hourly pay, $26,960 annually, in 2017. Security guards and gaming surveillance officers occupied more than one million jobs in 2016, a number rising by six percent through 2026. This growth rate is about as fast as the national average. Transportation security officers are a type of security guard and perform all the same tasks. PayScale information shows that transportation security officers earn $15.87 hourly median income. Full-time transportation security officers receive comprehensive benefits packages from employers that include health insurance with dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid vacation. In addition to their regular salary, many transportation security officers receive a signing bonus upon being hired. Many employers also provide monetary bonuses to security guards as incentives for meeting certain safety standards.
Helpful Resources
Find jobs for transportation security officers, learn work strategies and tips, read news updates, and use career resources available in these books and websites:
Transportation Security Administration – This is the official TSA website administered by the Department of Homeland Security, and it contains a job board, information about security screenings, and content providing updates and information about modern transportation security.
Transportation Security Officer RED-HOT Career; 2551 REAL Interview Questions – Read this book to learn how to ace the interview to become a transportation security officer. The text includes more than 2,500 potential interview questions.
National Association of Security Companies – Find industry news updates, resources and links for professionals, and upcoming event dates at this website designed for security companies.
The Effective Security Officer’s Training Manual, Third Edition – Read this straightforward, in-depth book to learn the most important aspects of being a security officer in any industry.
ASIS – This association of security professionals provides resources for professional development, certification program information, and career tips.
Basic Security Fundamentals: A Realistic Primer For Security Guards – Learn the fundamentals for maintaining security with the tips and techniques covered in this book.
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