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Be able to maintain physical agility that would allow you to squat, bend, and lean to inspect ... The Transportation Security Administration is currently offering a stay-in-place incentive for this ...

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$74K - $97K/yr

Be able to maintain physical agility that would allow you to squat, bend, and lean to inspect ... Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer. To be creditable ...

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How much do transportation security inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for transportation security inspector in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transportation security inspector?

Transportation Security Inspectors are professionals responsible for ensuring the safety and security of various modes of transportation, such as airports, railways, highways, and ports. They inspect facilities, equipment, and operations to ensure compliance with federal security regulations and standards. Their duties often include conducting investigations, assessing security protocols, and providing guidance on improving transportation security. These inspectors play a crucial role in protecting the public and preventing security threats within the transportation system.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transportation security inspector?

To thrive as a Transportation Security Inspector, you need a solid understanding of transportation security regulations, investigative techniques, and typically a background in law enforcement or security-related fields. Familiarity with security screening equipment, incident reporting systems, and certifications such as those offered by the TSA are often required. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help inspectors identify threats and collaborate with various stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for maintaining safety standards and protecting transportation systems from security risks.

What are some typical challenges transportation security inspectors face when balancing security protocols with efficient travel operations?

Transportation Security Inspectors often encounter the challenge of enforcing strict security regulations while minimizing disruptions to travelers and transportation schedules. They must remain vigilant for potential threats, conduct thorough inspections, and ensure compliance with federal standards, all while working collaboratively with airport staff, law enforcement, and transportation operators. Balancing these priorities requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and sound judgment, especially during peak travel times or special security alerts.

What is the difference between Transportation Security Inspector vs Transportation Security Officer?

AspectTransportation Security InspectorTransportation Security Officer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, TSA certification, security trainingHigh school diploma, TSA training
Work EnvironmentInspections at airports, security assessmentsPassenger screening at airport checkpoints
Employer & IndustryTransportation Security Administration (TSA), aviation securityTSA, aviation security
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Transportation Security Inspectors focus on inspecting security measures and ensuring compliance at airports, while Transportation Security Officers handle passenger screening and security checks. Both roles are essential in aviation security, but they differ in responsibilities and work scope.

Are Transportation Security Inspectors getting paid?

Transportation Security Inspectors are paid a salary that varies based on experience, location, and federal pay scales. They typically receive benefits such as health insurance, paid leave, and retirement contributions, and may work full-time shifts including nights and weekends. Salary ranges generally start from around $40,000 to over $70,000 annually, depending on the level and location of the position.

How do you become a transportation security inspector?

To become a transportation security inspector, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, pass a background check, and complete specialized training provided by the hiring agency. Relevant skills include attention to detail, communication, and knowledge of security procedures, and some positions may require prior experience in security or law enforcement.

Is it hard to become a transportation security inspector?

Becoming a transportation security inspector typically requires meeting minimum age and education requirements, passing written exams, background checks, and physical assessments. The process can be competitive and may involve specialized training and certification, but it is designed to ensure candidates have the necessary skills for security screening and inspection duties.
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Infographic showing various Transportation Security Inspector job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,990 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Transportation Security Specialist (ROC)

Transportation Security Administration

Miramar, FL • On-site, Remote

$113K - $147K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 241 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

142nd of 294 rated public sector bodies

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Summary
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce.
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This Transportation Security Specialist (ROC) position is located Headquarters (HQ), Security Operations, International Operations,, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Coordinates and conducts comprehensive assessments and inspections of international transportation entities to determine security posture; monitors compliance with applicable international and U.S. security policies, directives, regulations, and agreements to identify potential problem areas or deviations from prescribed standards; and ensures overall adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of security programs.
  • Prepares written analysis of assessments and inspections, which determines corrective actions required to improve security posture.
  • Serves as a subject matter expert and instructor during international assessments and capacity development courses offered to other countries.
  • Liaisons with Regional Operations Center leadership and Transportation Security Representatives when conducting trip planning. Research travel options that follow TSA travel policies and guidance for foreign travel, and prepares cost analysis to determine cost-effective travel and hotel options.
  • Independently serves as the Compliance technical specialist within integrated project teams and promotes Security Operations equities within the project teams, while advising leadership of potential challenges and applicable recommendations to improve work processes.

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Conditions of employment
  1. Ability to obtain and retain Secret security clearance.
  2. Ability to obtain and retain TSA travel card.
  3. Must pass pre-employment drug screening and is subject to post-employment random drug and alcohol testing.
  4. Must be available for duty worldwide, including areas or locations that may be dangerous and may have to tolerate austere living conditions.
  5. Work may require driving or traveling by motor vehicle and occasionally involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risk or discomforts that require special safety precautions.
  6. Foreign travel is required and may be extensive (60-85% of the time).
  7. Must have successfully completed the Aviation Security Inspection Basic Training Course (or equivalent).
  8. This position is contingent upon successful completion of the Foreign Airport Assessment and Inspections Course (FAAIC).
  9. Position required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08). Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with TSA Directive 1100.73-5 Employee Responsibilities and Code of Conduct.

If you fail to meet the conditions of employment or any other pre-employment requirements, such as missing any of the scheduled appointments, the hiring agency may rescind their tentative offer of employment.
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for TSA to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, 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.
Qualifications
To qualify for the SV-I Pay Band (equivalent to GS-13), you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-H or GS-12 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as:
  • Conducting air carrier or cargo aviation security inspections; and
  • Applying U.S. aviation security laws, regulations, acts, executive orders, or agreements to conduct U.S. and foreign air carrier inspections; and
  • Utilizing knowledge of international aviation security standards, policies, and programs as they relate to direct service to/from foreign locations to/from U.S. airports.

Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime.
National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Additional information
Eligibility to apply for other Federal positions: TSA is an Excepted Service agency exempt from most of Title 5 United States Code, including regulations which apply to displaced Federal employees (CTAP/ICTAP) of other agencies, and employment with TSA does not confer "Competitive Status" that generally results from selection and service in Competitive Service agencies. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has established an Interchange Agreement, which allows most permanent TSA employees to apply and be considered for vacancies in Competitive Service agencies. Information from OPM on this or other Interchange Agreements is available at: www.opm.gov/
To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation as a condition of placement into this position.
DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306 Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
TSA employees who are absent for the purpose of performing military duty may apply for any vacancies announced in their absence.
More than one position may be filled from this announcement.
If you are entering TSA employment on an appointment without time limitations, you must serve a basic trial period unless you have already met the requirement.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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 flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Employees who transfer to TSA from an agency that allows employees to maintain an annual leave balance higher than the maximum accumulation for the appointed position will have their leave ceiling set to the maximum accumulation for the appointed position (e.g., United States duty location - 240 hours, foreign duty location - 360 hours, or TSES position - 720 hours). TSA will not make a monetary payment for any leave forfeited under these circumstances.
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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.

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