The Transportation Security Administration

The TSA isn't just about screening travelers, it is about bulwarking the nation and its freedoms from the tyranny of the "axis of evil." Not only must the TSA secure our skies, they must protect our railroads, transit systems, highways and seaports. It is about safeguarding an entire infrastructure from the pugnacious vitriol of terrorism. Whatever the field, be it law enforcement, administrative services, technology, or management, the TSA is in search of dedicated employees with the desire and skill to serve.

Federal Air Marshal Service (FAMS)
Largely unseen, FAMS works tirelessly in the shadows in its efforts to provide homeland security. FAMS employs motivated and qualified persons from a variety of backgrounds.

Positions available with FAMS: Administrative Specialist, Curriculum Specialist, Federal Air Marshal, Human Resources Specialist, Instructor, Medical Records Technician, Federal Air Marshal, Information Technology Specialist, Management and Program Analyst, Logistics Management Specialist, Program Analyst, Program Specialist, Program Assistant, Receptionist, Security, Secretary and Supervisor.

Airport Security Management and Staff
For the gregarious, affable type who enjoys working with travelers, becoming a part of the Transportation Security Officer team may be of interest.

Airport security and screening positions include: Federal Security Director, Assistant Federal Security Director - Screening, Assistant Federal Security Director - Regulatory Inspection, Financial Specialist, Customer Support and Quality Improvement Manager, Stakeholder Liaison, Management Analyst, Secretary, Aviation Regulatory Inspector, Transportation Security Officer (TSO) - Bands D/E, Transportation Security Manager - Bands H/I, Supervisory Transportation Security Officer - Band G, Lead Transportation Security Officer - Band F, Expert Transportation Security Officer - Band G, Inspector - Dangerous Goods & Cargo, Master Transportation Security Officer - Band F and Scheduling Operations Officer.

In addition to employment opportunities for experienced operatives, the TSA offers the TSA Career Resident Program (CRP), a fast-track training opportunity available to the next generation of federal employees. It is a full-time, entry-level career development program at the TSA headquarters in Virginia. The program takes two years to finish, but once completed, successful graduates are ensured full-time employment within the TSA.