Master Transportation Security Officer - Security Training Instructor

Transportation Security Administration•Charleston, SC

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Master Transportation Security Officer - Security Training Instructor position is located at Charleston International Airport / AFB (CHS) with the Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security. The role supports the airport training program by performing a variety of training-related functions. The employee also performs pre-board security screening of people, cargo, carry-on baggage, and checked baggage as directed by the Federal Security Director or designee, at least 20% of the time. Employees must maintain all screening certifications and perform passenger and/or baggage screening functions at least 20% of the time. This is an Emergency Essential position. The employee is required to remain in a duty status if an emergency arises. The position requires availability for various shifts and overtime as needed, as well as the ability to meet and maintain medical and physical requirements for screening work. Candidates must meet the stated experience requirements, including experience functioning as a TSO equivalent at the D band level or above and specialized experience using instructional methods to teach or train others. A high school diploma or equivalent, or qualifying security, aviation screener, or X-ray technician experience, is also required as described in the qualifications.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship or U.S. national status.
Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Complete a favorable background investigation.
Obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.
Pass pre-employment drug screening and submit to post-employment random drug and alcohol testing.
Register with Selective Service, if required.
Be available to work various shifts and overtime as needed.
Meet and maintain medical requirements for screening work, including a medical examination and physical abilities assessment.
Efficiently and thoroughly manipulate and lift baggage, containers, and other objects subject to security processing.
Repeatedly lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Maintain physical agility to squat, bend, and lean while inspecting people and baggage or cargo.
Walk up to two miles during a shift and stand for prolonged periods, such as 3–4 hours.
Meet the stated distance- and near-vision thresholds, hearing thresholds, and color-perception requirements; color filters for enhancing color discrimination are prohibited.
Have a high school diploma or recognized high school equivalency, or at least one year of full-time security, aviation screener, or X-ray technician work experience.
Have at least one calendar year of experience, full-time or part-time, functioning as a TSO equivalent at the D band level or above.
Have six months of specialized experience equivalent to at least the D band level or above using instructional methods to provide formal training or teach others in designated subjects or areas.
Meet qualification requirements no later than the vacancy announcement closing date.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a TSA Assistant Training Instructor or in another training or educational setting using instructional methods regularly.
Experience providing instructional guidance for screening or related collateral duties, such as OJT Coach duties.
Teaching or instructing in primary or secondary education, higher education, a military installation or academy, or an industry establishment.
Experience establishing or developing training or course materials, aids, and devices, and evaluating training results.

Responsibilities

Provide training instruction within established guidelines and standards for nationally developed programs, including new-hire training, On-Screen Alarm Resolution Protocol, and Crossover.
Support recurrent training needs and conduct return-to-duty and remediation training.
Adapt or develop local training materials and conduct local training in accordance with training standards.
Assist with training department administration, including Online Learning Center entry, training resource room facilitation, roster management, testing, and ensuring evaluations are completed.
Assist with training logistics, including coordinating required supplies and materials.
Manage classroom dynamics and resolve routine classroom problems.
Monitor and evaluate training, provide feedback on needed adjustments, and recommend enhancements.
Communicate with management and supervisors about training issues that may reveal security-screening weaknesses or vulnerabilities.
Provide mentoring or coaching, as directed, to address identified training needs.
Administer and score training tests, including job knowledge and image tests.
Assist with PASS Practical Skills Observations and conduct Level 3 Assessments as needed.
Perform pre-board security screening of persons, cargo, carry-on baggage, and checked baggage at least 20% of the time, while maintaining screening certifications.
Remain in a duty status if an emergency arises.