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Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

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Transportation Security Administration

Columbia, MO (In Person)

$40,602 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 7 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/9/2026

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Job Description

Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner.
This includes:
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.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$19.52 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance Ability to
Relocate:
Columbia, MO 65203: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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