Transportation Security Officer
- Location
- Des Moines, Iowa, United States
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Category
- Security Services
- Industry
- Security Services
- Salary
- $46,479 – $57,306 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Apply by
- 16 Dec 2026
About the role
The Transportation Security Administration is recruiting Transportation Security Officers for Des Moines International Airport in Des Moines, Iowa, under a combined full-time and part-time announcement, so candidates should note that multiple schedules are covered by this single listing. This permanent post at SV D level pays $46,479 to $57,306 per year, with many vacancies available. Officers screen passengers and baggage and help keep air travel safe as part of the airport security team. The announcement is open to all U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals. A sign-on bonus of up to $2,000 is offered for this location, paid in two installments during the first 12 months of service. Please note the early-close warning: if sufficient applications are received, the announcement may close before 16 December 2026, so apply through the official USAJOBS listing without delay.
Requirements
Apply through the official USAJOBS listing before the closing date stated in the description.
How to apply
- Select Apply now.
- You are taken to U.S. Department of Homeland Security — Transportation Security Administration’s own application page to send your application.
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