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Board Certified Behavioral Analyst- San Diego - EBSH Home experienced

Company: Redwood Family Care Network

Location: National City, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Master’s degree in related field preferred, BCBA credential required. This position will require a valid California ID or Driver’s License.

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School Security Guard

Company: School Security

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Minimum *2 years security experience*. A security company is hiring *experienced School Security Guards* for school locations in *123rd Street, Manhattan* and *…

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Medical Director - Outpatient Women's Center Minimum $297,693.00

Company: Capital Health

Location: Pennington, New Jersey

Posted Aug 17, 2025

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Armed Security Officer - 34240

Company: Harvard Protection Services, LLC

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Must have a security guard license or be able to obtain one within an acceptable period. Responsible for becoming familiar with incoming and outgoing traffic,…

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Empire Innovation, Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases (Tenure-Track) (160235)

Company: Stony Brook University SUNY

Location: Stony Brook, New York

Posted Aug 17, 2025

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Travel RN - Home Health - Niagara Falls, New York - $2290/week

Company: Vetted Health

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 17, 2025

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Board Certified Behavioral Analyst- San Diego - EBSH Home experienced

Company: Redwood Family Care Network

Location: National City, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Master’s degree in related field preferred, BCBA credential required. This position will require a valid California ID or Driver’s License.

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Medical Director, Pathology

Company: White Plains Hospital

Location: New Rochelle, New York

Posted Aug 17, 2025

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Part Time Event Security Guard Agents

Company: Knight Security

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Deliver a calm, professional presence in high-pressure environments. Patrol venues and report suspicious behavior or safety hazards. Must be 18 years or older.

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UAS Assessment RN - Bilingual - New Grad Registered Nurse

Company: Compass Healthcare Consulting & Placement

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 16, 2025

New RN Grad with Current NYS RN license and registration. The Assessment RN will independently conduct functional, psychosocial and environmental safety…

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CDL Driver

Company: GardaWorld Cash

Location: Long Island City, NY

Posted Aug 15, 2025

21 years of age or older with a valid and clean driver’s license. We provide our clients with solutions in every phase of their cash supply chain, including…

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Lead Security Receptionist- Full Time

Company: Security Industry Specialists

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Duties include but are not limited to; answering phones, ensuring phone calls are properly directed, greeting guests in a professional, friendly, and hospitable…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Transportation Security Officers at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level officers earn between $35,000 and $45,000 annually, depending on airport size and state bonuses. Mid‑level officers, such as those with 2–5 years of experience or who manage ETD teams, typically receive $45,000 to $60,000. Senior officers—often 5+ years, supervising patrol shifts or coordinating with federal agencies—can earn $60,000 to $80,000 or more, especially at major hubs like JFK or LAX.
What skills and certifications are required to become a Transportation Security Officer?
Candidates must complete the TSA Security Officer training program and obtain the TSA Security Officer certification (TSA‑112). Additional certifications that boost employability include Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) certification, Advanced Threat Analysis (ATA) credentials, and first‑aid/CPR. Core skills include threat‑detection proficiency, knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, biometric screening, strong communication, and the ability to operate X‑ray and CT scanners.
Is remote work available for Transportation Security Officer positions?
While most Transportation Security Officer roles require on‑site presence at airports, rail terminals, or maritime facilities, certain positions such as Threat Intelligence Analysts, Training Coordinators, and compliance audit specialists can work remotely. These roles typically use secure VPNs to access TSA databases, conduct virtual training sessions, and analyze threat feeds.
What career progression paths exist for Transportation Security Officers?
A typical path starts as a Ground Screening Officer, advances to Senior Officer overseeing shifts, then to Patrol Officer or Threat Analyst roles. From there, officers may move into supervisory positions—Security Manager or TSA Officer—managing multiple terminals. Long‑term careers can lead to managerial roles within TSA’s National Security Division, corporate security leadership at airlines, or consulting positions with private security firms.
What industry trends are shaping the future of Transportation Security Officers?
Key trends include the integration of AI‑driven threat detection that analyzes passenger behavior patterns in real time, the deployment of drone surveillance for perimeter security, and the adoption of contactless biometric boarding to reduce queue times. TSA’s new regulations on high‑speed rail security and the push for unified data platforms across transportation modes are also creating new specialty roles for officers skilled in data analytics and cross‑agency coordination.

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