Transportation Security Officer (TSO) - BRD Airport
Company not specified
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America, Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
Salary
Not specified
Posted
Jul 26 2025
Job Description
Transportation Security Officer Job Overview
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). If you successfully complete the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) candidate evaluation process and are selected for a position, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission.
Our Mission
TSA offers rewarding, meaningful careers and professional growth. We are a team of dedicated individuals who work hard to deliver our mission of protecting the nation's transportation systems and ensuring safe travels.
Local Airport Details
- Maintains a 24 hours a day, seven days per week flight schedule
- Peak times are Monday through Sunday: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Screening operations are located inside the terminal and may or may not be temperature controlled.
Work Schedules
TSO work schedules are based on the operational needs of the airport and may include non-traditional shifts, weekends and holidays.
Due to the nature of the job, virtually no flexibility is offered to accommodate personal commitments or schedules. Specific shifts are assigned after new hires successfully complete their training and are subject to periodic adjustments to meet changing operational needs. TSA employees are considered emergency personnel and are expected to report for duty during inclement weather regardless of state and local restrictions on travel.
BRD is currently assessing candidates for 20 hours per week tour of duty — four (4) days of five (5) hours per day. These tours may include split shifts.
Benefits
TSA believes our greatest asset is our people, which is why we offer competitive salaries and have designed a comprehensive benefits package that provides you and your family with the best possible options.
- Health, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance
- Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Transportation subsidies
- Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
- Health and wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Program
Promotional Potential
Under the career ladder system for TSOs, new officers have a path to reach up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years, in addition to any federal-wide pay increases or changes to locality pay.
- One Year: Up to 25% Base Salary Increase
- Two Years: Up to 52% Base Salary Increase
- Three Years: Up to 57% Base Salary Increase
- Four Years: Up to 62% Base Salary Increase
- Five Years: Up to 67% Base Salary Increase
Travel and Training Requirements
If hired by TSA, your employment would be contingent upon successfully completing required classroom and on-the-job training. A minimum of three (3) weeks of travel in a full-time duty status may be required to complete TSA's New Hire training. New Hire training and travel requirements vary by duty location and may require up to six (6) weeks of full-time duty status travel. This training will occur away from the employee's airport of record. Employees will be paid for compensable hours and reimbursed for authorized travel expenses per TSA Travel Policy.
Dress Code
TSO uniforms are provided to employees. There are restrictions on certain accessories and grooming while in uniform.
Commuter Details
- Onsite parking is available for TSA employees free of charge.
- Public transportation to the airport is not available.
- Subsidies for transportation are not provided at BRD.
Contact
For additional questions email: MSP-HR@tsa.dhs.gov
Quick Details
Category
security-and-law-enforcementLocation
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Airport
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)
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