Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

We are seeking experienced Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) to join our team at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC). As a TSO, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of air travel.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Screen passengers, carry-on baggage, and checked baggage for prohibited items and potential threats using TSA-approved procedures and technology
• Conduct pat-down searches, hand-wand screening, and physical bag searches in accordance with TSA Standard Operating Procedures
• Resolve alarms, including on-screen alarm resolution of checked-baggage images and physical searches in the Checked Baggage Resolution Area
• Assist travelers with disabilities or medical conditions, communicate clearly, and de-escalate situations as TSA procedures require
• Complete and maintain required TSA training, certifications, proficiency reviews, and medical re-certification
• Document and report incidents and security concerns, and safeguard Sensitive Security Information (SSI)

Work Schedule:

• Full-time schedule: 40 hours per week
• Part-time schedule: flexible, up to 30 hours per week (not to exceed 1,560 hours per year)
• Early-morning, evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. citizen or U.S. national
• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET/TASC)
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking, and listening)
• Meet applicable TSA screening personnel qualification and assessment requirements
• Pass and maintain required medical evaluations, including vision, hearing, and joint mobility
• Pass pre-employment drug screening and remain compliant with the drug and alcohol testing program throughout employment
• Successfully complete TSA pre-hire vetting, including background, criminal history, and financial checks
• Able to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds (or assist others in lifting) and stand for periods of up to three hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current TSA certification in passenger checkpoint and/or checked-baggage screening (dual-function certification)
• Current or recent experience screening at ROC

Clearance/Vetting:

• Minimum clearance to start: TSA Public Trust
• Pre-hire vetting and suitability determination (Entry-on-Duty) through TSA Personnel Security is required

How to Express Interest:

• Submit your interest at https://careers.leidos.com/ - Please include your current role, certification levels, and whether you prefer full-time or part-time work

Pay Range: $45,500.00 - $82,250.00