Job Description
Join the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as a Part-Time Security Screener in Nashville, TN! Protect our nation's transportation systems by ensuring passenger safety and security at Nashville International Airport. This vital role offers flexible scheduling, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to serve your community while building a rewarding career in federal service. Enjoy competitive pay, federal benefits eligibility, and a dynamic work environment.
Responsibilities
- Screen passengers and carry-on baggage using advanced X-ray technology and walk-through metal detectors
- Conduct thorough pat-down searches and baggage inspections to detect prohibited items
- Operate TSA-approved screening equipment and maintain security checkpoint protocols
- Provide courteous customer service while enforcing security regulations with professionalism
- Document security incidents and submit detailed reports according to TSA guidelines
- Collaborate with law enforcement and airport personnel during security alerts
- Maintain vigilance against potential threats and suspicious activities
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a federal background investigation
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Strong communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn TSA-specific technologies
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Must pass TSA's pre-employment physical and drug screening
- No felony convictions or disqualifying employment history