Transportation Security Officer (TSO)

Transportation Security OfficerTransportation Security Officers are responsible for providing security and protection of travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner. Their duties may also extend to securing high-profile events, important figures and/or anything that includes or impacts our transportation systems. Salary range: $51,549 - $73,641 per year. Location: Aspen, CO. Remote job available. Occasional travel may be required for New Hire training and other duties. This position is permanent, full-time, and in the excepted service. No relocation expenses reimbursed. Drug test is required. Announcement number: ASE-F19-F001. Control number: 592021600. This job is open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. The requirements listed above must be met at the time of application submission. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, and proficiency in the English language. National Service Experience is considered valuable. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position. TSA is an excepted service agency. Permanent employees with at least one year of continuous service with TSA will be eligible to apply for positions in other Federal agencies under the OPM-DHS Interchange Agreement. Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact HC ServeU Customer Care at HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov. Bargaining Unit Status: This position is in the bargaining unit for which the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the exclusive representative. Reemployed Annuitants: Former Federal or Postal Service employees who are receiving a civilian retirement annuity may have their salary reduced by the amount of their pension. TSO Dress and Appearance Responsibilities: TSOs are required to adhere to the Personal Appearance Standard that requires a neat, clean and professional appearance while on duty or while wearing a uniform. Work Schedules for Full-time Positions: Specific work shifts and schedules will be determined by the airport. Maintaining Employment: All TSOs must maintain the standard level of certification and fitness for duty, to include completing classroom training, on-the-job training, and all initial certification testing. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; transportation subsidies; and tuition reimbursement. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you may be invited to take a Computer Based Test (CBT) to confirm English language proficiency and evaluate x-ray interpretation aptitude. Upon passing the CBT, you will be eligible to be scheduled for additional assessments, which include: (1) a structured interview to determine, among other qualities, your decision making skill and your ability to work with teams and the general public; (2) a drug screening; and, (3) a job related medical evaluation that includes a color vision test, vision exam, hearing exam, and adequate joint mobility exam (in part to determine the physical potential to repeatedly lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds, to stand for prolonged periods (e.g. 3-4 hours) of time without a break, and to walk up to three miles during a shift). Upon passing these assessments, you will be subject to a pre-hire background investigation. Veterans' Preference: TSA will provide employment preference to eligible veterans by applying veterans' preference as defined in the Aviation and Transportation Security Act (PL 107-71) and to those eligible under the provisions of Title 5, United States Code, Section 2108. Open to All U.S. Citizens and U.S. Nationals. For further information concerning U.S. citizenship, please Click Here. For more information on TSO medical requirements, please Click Here. For more information on TSO eligibility standards and background requirements, please Click Here. Applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard/Daylight Time on the closing date of the job opportunity announcement (JOA). However, if a sufficient number of applications are received, the announcement may be closed before the published application deadline. Therefore, applicants are strongly encouraged to promptly apply online and in advance of the announcement closing date. Application Steps: To submit your application online: Step #1: Click the "Apply Online" button from the USAJOBS application page Step #2: Enter information into the resume fields and follow the process outlined in USAJOBS for creating and submitting your USAJOBS resume Step #3: Submit any required supporting documentation. Please ensure you have included the Required Documents listed above, if applicable. We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the HC ServeU Customer Care before the closing of this announcement for alternative options on how to apply. Please email your question or concern to HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov. An "Employment Packet" will be sent to you via mail which must be completed and returned no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard/Daylight Time on the closing date of the JOA. An email address unique to you is required to apply even if you are submitting a paper application. This JOA is being used to fill positions at this airport location only. If you are interested in a different airport location, you will need to apply to a JOA for that specific location when advertised. Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities concerning, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.