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TSA (Transportation Security Administration)

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This job can go either way depending upon your airport. - TSO (Transportation Security Officer)-Newark EWR Airport TSA (Transportation Security Administration) Employee Review

2.0
28 Sept 2015
Recommend
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Pros

If you can mind your own business and do your job it's OK.Good starting point for college grads wishing to get into a Fed position. Also good for those close to retirement. Affordable medical/dental/vision coverage. Good pension plan. Ability to trade shifts if you need a day off or want to pick up extra hours. New friendships with close co-workers.

Cons

Low starting pay. Extremely low hiring bar. Many employees caught stealing are proof of that. Some co-workers cannot even speak clearly and do their jobs poorly. Many think the badge is a license to yell at passengers and mistreat them. Much of this behavior goes unpunished. Supervisors and managers show much favoritism which makes it difficult to achieve good bonus ratings. They ignore the good workers and befriend the lousy ones. I suspect some of this is due to racism. Many of the leads and so- called "acting leads" mistreat officers and speak down to them. You will not be recognized for your efforts. Like the private sector, it's not what you know but who you know.

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5.0
13 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Professional work environment with supportive colleagues and good teamwork. The company offers valuable experience, career growth opportunities, and a respectful atmosphere for employees.

Cons

Work pressure can sometimes be high, especially during busy periods. Communication between departments could be improved for better efficiency and organization.

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