2026.02.15

What’s Transportation Security Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Lead Transportation Security Officer position at Transportation Security Administration.

Ms.Smith

What’s the job title and where is it located?

Ms.Smith

The job title is Lead Transportation Security Officer, and it’s located in Reno, Nevada.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $61,965 to $80,559.

Dr.Job

What kind of work will I be doing as a Transportation Security Officer?

Ms.Smith

As a Transportation Security Officer, you’ll be securing airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems to protect America’s transportation infrastructure and ensure people and commerce can move freely.

Dr.Job

What qualifications do I need to apply for this job?

Ms.Smith

To qualify for this position, you need a high school diploma or an equivalent certificate, or at least one year of full-time experience in security, aviation screening, or X-ray technician work, plus one year of specialized experience related to the TSO duties.

Dr.Job

How is experience credited for this position?

Ms.Smith

Experience is credited based on a 40-hour workweek, so part-time work is calculated on a part-time ratio. For example, working 20 hours per week for two months counts as one month of experience, and there’s no extra credit for overtime.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith