Job Description
Join the TSA and protect America at John Wayne Airport! We're urgently hiring motivated Security Screeners to safeguard travelers and maintain security protocols. Enjoy competitive federal pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Be part of a critical national mission while serving your community.
What We Offer:
- Starting salary: $38,511 - $58,896/year (GS-5 to GS-7 scale)
- Comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance
- Retirement plan with federal contributions
- Paid vacation and federal holidays
- Tuition assistance and training programs
- Job stability and federal employee benefits
Responsibilities
- Operate X-ray machines and metal detectors to screen passengers and baggage
- Conduct thorough physical searches of individuals and property
- Verify travel documents and boarding passes
- Identify and report security threats or suspicious items
- Maintain accurate screening logs and incident reports
- Enforce TSA security regulations with professionalism
- Collaborate with law enforcement during security incidents
- Provide customer service to travelers during screening process
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Pass background investigation and drug screening
- Ability to stand for extended periods (6+ hours)
- Basic computer literacy and document verification skills
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and push/pull 70 lbs baggage
- Valid state driver's license (if operating airport vehicles)
- Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays