Transportation Security Officer
At TSA, we act swiftly and with integrity to:
Discover and stop emerging transportation security threats, utilizing state of the art technology
Educate and provide friendly customer service to travelers
Screen passengers and gather intelligence
Coordinate security involving aviation, rail, and other surface and maritime transportation
Oversee most transportation-related responsibilities of the federal government during a national emergency
TSOs MUST be willing and able to:
Repeatedly lift and carry up to 70 pounds;
Continuously stand between one (1) to four (4) hours without a break to carry out screening functions;
Walk up to two (2) miles during a shift;
Communicate with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries in a professional and courteous manner;
Maintain focus and awareness and work