The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is looking to hire part-time TSA officers at Harrisburg, Lehigh Valley and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airports within the next few months. The agency is offering a $1,000 hiring bonus for new hires--$500 upon starting and an additional $500 bonus after one year of service within TSA.
TSA officers screen thousands of airline travelers daily, ensuring they arrive at their destinations safely. TSA expects to screen a greater volume of travelers in 2022 and needs additional officers to support its security mission.
Based on anticipated seasonal travel trends in the months ahead and the progress of COVID-19 vaccinations for the general public, TSA has launched efforts to recruit new employees in support of screening operations at the airport in addition to many of the agency’s other airports nationwide.
Benefits of working at TSA for both part- and full-time employees include paid training, annual and sick leave, retirement benefits and a choice of strong health care plans. TSA is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including military veterans and persons with disabilities. The position offers opportunities for pay increases after six months on the job.
Applicants do not need previous experience working in security or law enforcement fields. The newly hired officers will receive extensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and they will be paid while undergoing training.
For more information on the duties of a TSA officer and to learn a little more about TSA’s mission, a video titled “Day in the Life of a TSO” is available. To view open positions for TSA officers around the country, visit https://jobs.tsa.gov/transport-security-officer. Job openings for TSA officers nationwide can also be found at www.usajobs.gov.