[Core] [27% incumbents] Inspect carry-on items, using x-ray viewing equipment, to determine whether items contain objects that warrant further investigation.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo to identify potential hazards.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Search carry-on or checked baggage by hand when it is suspected to contain prohibited items such as weapons.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo to identify potential hazards.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Check passengers' tickets to ensure that they are valid, and to determine whether passengers have designations that require special handling, such as providing photo identification.
  DWAs: Examine personal documentation to ensure that it is valid.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Test baggage for any explosive materials, using equipment such as explosive detection machines or chemical swab systems.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo to identify potential hazards.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Perform pat-down or hand-held wand searches of passengers who have triggered machine alarms, who are unable to pass through metal detectors, or who have been randomly identified for such searches.
  DWAs: Search individuals for illegal or dangerous items.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Notify supervisors or other appropriate personnel when security breaches occur.
  DWAs: Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Send checked baggage through automated screening machines, and set bags aside for searching or rescreening as indicated by equipment.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo to identify potential hazards.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Decide whether baggage that triggers alarms should be searched or should be allowed to pass through.
  DWAs: Determine operational procedures.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Follow those who breach security until police or other security personnel arrive to apprehend them.
  DWAs: Monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Inform other screeners when baggage should not be opened because it might contain explosives.
  DWAs: Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Inspect checked baggage for signs of tampering.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo to identify potential hazards.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Close entry areas following security breaches or reopen areas after receiving notification that the airport is secure.
  DWAs: Block physical access to restricted areas.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Challenge suspicious people, requesting their badges and asking what their business is in a particular areas.
  DWAs: Examine personal documentation to ensure that it is valid. | Prevent unauthorized individuals from entering restricted areas.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Patrol work areas to detect any suspicious items.
  DWAs: Patrol properties to maintain safety.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Contact police directly in cases of urgent security issues, using phones or two-way radios.
  DWAs: Request emergency personnel.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Record information about any baggage that sets off alarms in monitoring equipment.
  DWAs: Record information about suspicious objects.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Watch for potentially dangerous persons whose pictures are posted at checkpoints.
  DWAs: Maintain surveillance of individuals or establishments.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Contact leads or supervisors to discuss objects of concern that are not on prohibited object lists.
  DWAs: Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Confiscate dangerous items and hazardous materials found in opened bags and turn them over to airlines for disposal.
  DWAs: Confiscate prohibited or dangerous items.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Monitor passenger flow through screening checkpoints to ensure order and efficiency.
  DWAs: Monitor access or flow of people to prevent problems.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Inform passengers of how to mail prohibited items to themselves, or confiscate these items.
  DWAs: Confiscate prohibited or dangerous items. | Inform the public about policies, services or procedures.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Provide directions and respond to passenger inquiries.
  DWAs: Provide information to the general public.

[Core] [27% incumbents] Direct passengers to areas where they can pick up their baggage after screening is complete.
  DWAs: Provide information to the general public.

[Supplemental] [27% incumbents] View images of checked bags and cargo, using remote screening equipment, and alert baggage screeners or handlers to any possible problems.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo to identify potential hazards. | Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.

[Supplemental] [27% incumbents] Locate suspicious bags pictured in printouts sent from remote monitoring areas, and set these bags aside for inspection.
  DWAs: Locate suspicious objects or vehicles.

[Core] [26% incumbents] Ask passengers to remove shoes and divest themselves of metal objects prior to walking through metal detectors.
  DWAs: Communicate safety or hazard information to others.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.81 lvl:4.07) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.59 lvl:3.93) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.56 lvl:3.26) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Law and Government (imp:2.74 lvl:2.59) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Education and Training (imp:2.67 lvl:2.93) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.44 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Transportation (imp:2.44 lvl:2.07) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Psychology (imp:2.37 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Foreign Language (imp:2.07 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:1.96 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.93 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Telecommunications (imp:1.93 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:1.93 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.81 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.81 lvl:1.70) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Mechanical (imp:1.74 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:1.70 lvl:1.07) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.48 lvl:1.07) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Production and Processing (imp:1.41 lvl:0.67) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.41 lvl:0.70) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Chemistry (imp:1.37 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.37 lvl:0.67) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.26 lvl:0.67) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Geography (imp:1.26 lvl:0.56) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Physics (imp:1.19 lvl:0.26) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  History and Archeology (imp:1.19 lvl:0.37) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.15 lvl:0.19) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Design (imp:1.11 lvl:0.22) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.07 lvl:0.11) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Biology (imp:1.07 lvl:0.19) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.12 lvl:3.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Selective Attention (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:3.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Reaction Time (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Rate Control (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visualization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Control Precision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Originality (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Response Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Sound Localization (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Night Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.22 lvl:4.11) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.11 lvl:4.33) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.00 lvl:4.33) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.93 lvl:4.11) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.93 lvl:4.08) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.89 lvl:5.30) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.74 lvl:3.59) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.70 lvl:3.89) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.59 lvl:4.19) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.52 lvl:3.41) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.41 lvl:3.48) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.30 lvl:3.38) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.26 lvl:4.04) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.23 lvl:3.73) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.22 lvl:3.19) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.15 lvl:2.96) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.12 lvl:3.26) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.11 lvl:3.41) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.11 lvl:3.19) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.07 lvl:3.04) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.07 lvl:3.19) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Working with Computers (imp:3.00 lvl:2.44) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.85 lvl:2.63) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.85 lvl:2.78) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.81 lvl:2.85) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.81 lvl:2.78) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.81 lvl:2.44) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Processing Information (imp:2.78 lvl:2.89) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.70 lvl:2.41) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.70 lvl:2.93) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.63 lvl:2.59) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.58 lvl:2.54) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.46 lvl:2.38) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.44 lvl:2.26) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.44 lvl:2.15) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.35 lvl:2.31) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.26 lvl:2.30) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.04 lvl:1.67) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.70 lvl:1.22) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.63 lvl:1.15) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.26 lvl:0.44) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.77) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.62) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:2.55) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.38) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.17) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:1.53) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.40) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Adaptability (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.21) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:0.97) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.91) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Sincerity (imp:0.84) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.73) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.72) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.71) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Initiative (imp:0.38) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.02) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:-0.68) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Time Management (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Repairing (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 50,290
  annual_median    : $66,770
  annual_pct10     : $44,700
  annual_pct25     : $57,050
  annual_pct75     : $72,820
  annual_pct90     : $78,350
  annual_mean      : $64,310
  hourly_median    : $32.10

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Hampshire ($76,130)
  lowest_state     : Missouri ($51,210)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.487x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   46,020  median: $  67,200
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    3,130  median: $  42,910

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (2 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   46,020  median: $  67,200
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    3,130  median: $  42,910

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is an agency of the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that has authority over the security of transportation systems within and connecting to the United States. It was created as a response to the September 11 attacks to improve airport security procedures and consolidate air travel security under a combined federal law enforcement and regulatory agency.
The TSA develops key policies to protect the U.S. transportation system, including highways, railroads, bus networks, mass transit systems, ports, pipelines, and intermodal freight facilities. It fulfills this mission in conjunction with other federal, state, local and foreign government partners. However, the TSA's primary mission is airport security and the prevention of aircraft hijacking. It is responsible for screening passengers and baggage at more than 450 U.S. airports, employing screening officers, explosives detection dog handlers, and bomb technicians in airports, and armed Federal Air Marshals and Federal Flight Deck Officers on aircraft.
At first a part of the Department of Transportation, the TSA became part of DHS in March 2003 and is headquartered in Springfield, Virginia. As of the fiscal year 2023, the TSA operated on a budget of approximately $9.70 billion and employed over 47,000 Transportation Security Officers, Transportation Security Specialists, Federal Air Marshals, and other security personnel.
The TSA has screening processes and regulations related to passengers and checked and carry-on luggage, including identification verification, pat-downs, full-body scanners, and explosives screening. Since its inception, the agency has been subject to criticism and controversy regarding the effectiveness of various procedures, as well as incidents of baggage theft, data security, and allegations of prejudicial treatment towards certain ethnic groups.


== History and mission ==

The TSA was created largely in response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, which revealed weaknesses in existing airport security procedures. At the time, a myriad of private security companies managed air travel security under contract to individual airlines or groups of airlines that used a given airport or terminal facility. Proponents of placing the government in charge of airport security, including Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta, argued that only a single federal agency could best protect passenger aviation.
Congress agreed, and authorized the creation of the TSA in the Aviation and Transportation Security Act, which was signed into law by President George W. Bush on November 19, 2001. Bush nominated John Magaw on December 10, and he was confirmed by the Senate the following January. The agency was initially placed under the United States Department of Transportation but was moved to the Department of Homeland Security when that department was formed on March 9, 2003.
The new agency's effort to hire screeners to begin operating security checkpoints at airports represents a case of a large-scale staffing project completed over a short period. The only effort in U.S. history that came close to it was the testing of recruits for the armed forces in World War II. During the period from February to December 2002, 1.7 million applicants were assessed for 55,000 screening jobs.
Private screening did not disappear entirely under the TSA, which allows airports to opt-out of the federal screening and hire firms to do the job instead. Such firms must still get TSA approval under its Screening Partnership Program (SPP) and follow TSA procedures. Among the handful of U.S. airports with privately operated checkpoints are San Francisco International Airport, Kansas City International Airport, Greater Rochester International Airport, Tupelo Regional Airport, Key West International Airport, and Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport.
However, the bulk of airport screening in the U.S. is done by the TSA's 46,661 (as of FY 2018) Transportation Security Officers (TSOs).
 They examine passengers and their baggage, and perform other security duties within airports, including controlling entry and exit points, and monitoring the areas near their checkpoints.
In August 2017, the General Services Administration announced a new headquarters for the TSA would be built in Springfield, Virginia. The new, 625,000-square-foot headquarters was built near the outskirts of Fort Belvoir and the Franconia-Springfield Metro station, and cost $316 million.


== Administration and organization ==


=== Leadership ===
When the TSA was part of the Department of Transportation, the head of the agency was referred to as the undersecretary of transportation for security. Following the move to the Department of Homeland Security in March 2003, the position was reclassified as the administrator of the Transportation Security Administration.
There have been seven administrators and six acting administrators in the TSA's 23-year history. Several have come to the job after previously serving as Coast Guard flag officers, including Loy, Neffenger, and Pekoske.
Following the passage of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, which included a provision known as the TSA Modernization Act, the administrator's term was set as a five-year term retroactive to the start of current administrator David Pekoske's term. It also made the deputy administrator a politically appointed position.


=== Organizational structure ===
At the helm of the TSA is the administrator, who leads the organization's efforts in safeguarding the nation's airports, railways, seaports, and other critical transportation infrastructure. Assisting the administrator is a deputy administrator, whose role is to provide support and guidance in executing the agency's mission. In addition, the TSA benefits from the expertise and leadership of several deputy assistant administrators and other executive officers, who contribute their knowledge and skills to various aspects of the agency's operations. Together, this structured leadership team forms the backbone of the TSA, working collectively to uphold and enhance the security of the nation's transportation networks. The executive assistant administrator for law enforcement is also the executive director of the Federal Air Marshal Service.


=== Rank structure ===
Headquarters

Administrator of the TSA
Deputy Administrator
Chief of Staff
Assistant Administrator, Legislative Affairs
Assistant Administrator, Strategic Communications and Public Affairs
Executive Assistant Administrator, Law Enforcement
Assistant Administrator, Federal Air Marshal Service
Assistant Administrator, Investigations
Assistant Administrator, Security and Operations Management
Executive Assistant Administrator, Mission Support
Assistant Administrator, Contracting and Procurement
Assistant Administrator, Human Capital
Assistant Administrator, Facilities and Administration
Assistant Administrator, Inspections
Assistant Administrator, Training and Development
Executive Assistant Administrator, Security Operations
Assistant Administrator, Compliance
Assistant Administrator, Domestic Aviation Operations
Assistant Administrator, International Operations
Assistant Administrator, Operations Management
Assistant Administrator, Surface Operations
Executive Assistant Administrator, Technology and Systems
Assistant Administrator, Information Technology
Assistant Administrator, Security Capabilities
Assistant Administrator, Trusted Traveler and Credentialing
Assistant Administrator, Vetting Operations
Chief Counsel
Assistant Administrator/Chief Financial Officer, Chief Finance Office
Assistant Administrator, Civil Rights and Liberties, Ombudsman and Traveler Engagement
Assistant Administrator, Intelligence
Assistant Administrator, Strategy, Policy & Engagement
Executive Director, TSA Modernization
Regional administration

Regional Surface Director (RSD)
Spoke–hub or Category X airport-level administrat

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Ninoy Aquino International Airport bullet-planting scandal (similarity: 0.3297)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninoy_Aquino_International_Airport_bullet-planting_scandal
  QID: Q22087796
  Extract: 

The Ninoy Aquino International Airport bullet-planting scandal, colloquially known as tanim-bala or laglag-bala, was a scandal in the Philippines that began in September 2015 and lasted until early 2016, involving allegations that airport security personnel at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (N

  Title: Airport security repercussions due to the September 11 attacks (similarity: 0.4211)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_security_repercussions_due_to_the_September_11_attacks
  QID: Q4698977
  Extract: After the September 11 attacks (9/11) in 2001, there was an immediate call to action regarding the state of aviation security measures as the hijackers involved in 9/11 were able to successfully pass through security and take command of the plane. The existing security measures flagged more than hal

  Title: Covenant Aviation Security (similarity: 0.5763)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Covenant_Aviation_Security
  QID: Q5178972
  Extract: Covenant Aviation Security, LLC (CAS) is a Chicago-based company that provides security services to the aviation industry. Michael Bolles has been its president since July 2012.

  Title: Airport security (similarity: 0.5714)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_security
  QID: Q1378517
  Extract: Airport security includes the techniques and methods used in an attempt to protect passengers, staff, aircraft, and airport property from malicious harm, crime, terrorism, and other threats.

  Title: Stella Nickell (similarity: 0.2128)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stella_Nickell
  QID: Q7607107
  Extract: Stella Maudine Nickell is an American woman who was sentenced to 90 years in prison for product tampering after she poisoned Excedrin capsules with lethal cyanide, resulting in the deaths of her husband, Bruce Nickell, and a stranger, Sue Snow. Her May 1988 conviction and prison sentence were the fi

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence due to comprehensive O*NET data, clear federal employment context, and well-defined role boundaries within TSA operations.
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wikipedia_used       : True
wikipedia_title      : Transportation Security Administration
wikipedia_note       : The Wikipedia match provides relevant context about the TSA as the employing agency created after 9/11 to consolidate aviation security under federal law enforcement. This aligns with the occupation's focus on airport security screening and compliance with TSA regulations.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Transportation Security Screeners conduct passenger, baggage, and cargo screening at airports to ensure compliance with TSA regulations and prevent security threats from entering secure areas. They operate X-ray machines, metal detectors, and explosive detection equipment while maintaining vigilant oversight of checkpoint operations. These federal security professionals serve as the frontline defense for aviation security, processing millions of travelers annually while balancing thoroughness with efficiency.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A Transportation Security Screener begins their shift by checking equipment functionality and reviewing security protocols and threat advisories. They guide passengers through checkpoint procedures, operating X-ray machines to inspect carry-on items and identifying suspicious objects that require manual inspection. When alarms trigger, they conduct pat-down searches or use hand-held detection wands while maintaining professional demeanor and clear communication. They manually search flagged baggage, test items for explosive residue using chemical swab systems, and coordinate with supervisors when security breaches occur. Throughout their shift, they verify passenger documentation, direct travelers through proper screening lanes, and maintain constant vigilance for prohibited items or suspicious behavior patterns.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as Transportation Security Screeners possess strong attention to detail and can maintain focus during repetitive tasks while staying alert for anomalies. They demonstrate high dependability and integrity, understanding that security lapses can have catastrophic consequences. Successful screeners have good visual perception skills for identifying suspicious objects on X-ray screens and strong communication abilities to interact professionally with diverse travelers under stressful conditions. They remain calm under pressure, can make quick decisions about potential threats, and work effectively within strict procedural guidelines while adapting to evolving security protocols.

CAREER ENTRY:
Transportation Security Screeners typically need only a high school diploma or equivalent, with 85.2% of workers holding this education level according to O*NET data. New hires complete TSA-provided training covering security procedures, equipment operation, threat recognition, and customer service protocols. Candidates must pass background checks, medical evaluations, and ongoing certification requirements. Prior experience in security, customer service, or law enforcement can be helpful but is not required for entry-level positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Transportation Security Screeners can advance to specialized roles such as Behavior Detection Officers, Air Marshal positions, or supervisory roles overseeing checkpoint operations. Many transition to related security positions in Customs and Border Protection, become Security Guards in other sectors, or move into compliance and inspection roles in various industries. The experience gained in threat detection, regulatory compliance, and high-pressure decision-making provides a foundation for careers in federal law enforcement, private security management, or transportation logistics.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, Transportation Security Screeners earn a median annual wage of $66,770, with entry-level positions starting around $44,700 and experienced workers earning up to $78,350. The occupation employs 50,290 workers nationally, with 92% working in federal government positions and most others in transportation and warehousing. Geographic wage variation is relatively modest, ranging from $51,210 in Missouri to $76,130 in New Hampshire, reflecting standardized federal pay scales. Employment is concentrated at major airports and transportation hubs, with job security tied to consistent air travel demand and ongoing national security priorities. The role offers federal benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and potential for geographic mobility within the TSA system.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Transportation Security Screeners face moderate automation risk as advanced screening technologies continue developing, but human oversight remains essential for complex threat assessment and passenger interaction. While automated screening systems and AI-powered threat detection are improving, the role's requirement for real-time decision-making about suspicious items and managing passenger interactions during security incidents provides protection against full automation.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Security Guards (33-9032.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share core security skills including monitoring, problem sensitivity, and public safety knowledge with similar vigilance requirements.
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge (imp:3.8)
    data: Monitoring skills (imp:3.4)
    data: Problem Sensitivity ability (imp:4.1)
  [task_similarity] Customs and Border Protection Officers (33-3051.04) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve inspecting personal items and documentation to ensure compliance with federal regulations and identify prohibited materials.
    data: Inspect cargo to identify potential hazards
    data: Examine personal documentation to ensure validity
    data: Law and Government knowledge (imp:2.7)
  [riasec_cluster] Flight Attendants (53-2031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations share conventional and realistic RIASEC patterns, involving rule-following and systematic procedures in aviation environments.
    data: Conventional RIASEC score: 5.51
    data: Realistic RIASEC score: 5.21
    data: Aviation industry context
  [career_pathway] First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers (33-1091.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Transportation Security Screeners can advance to supervisory roles overseeing checkpoint operations and managing security personnel.
    data: O*NET Primary-Long relationship
    data: Administration and Management knowledge (imp:2.4)
    data: Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.9)
  [transferable_skill] Compliance Officers (13-1041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve evaluating information to determine compliance with standards and require attention to detail in regulatory enforcement.
    data: Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.7)
    data: Attention to Detail work style (imp:5.0)
    data: Law and Government knowledge (imp:2.7)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  exclude_keywords : ['air marshal', 'customs officer', 'border patrol', 'police officer', 'private security']
  title_patterns   : ['*security screener*', '*baggage screener*', '*airport screener*', '*passenger screener*', '*tsa*']
  common_variations: ['TSA Officer', 'Airport Security Screener', 'Transportation Security Officer', 'Baggage Inspector', 'Security Checkpoint Officer', 'Passenger Screening Agent', 'Aviation Security Screener', 'Federal Security Screener']

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screeners                  21  0.00299  wikipedia            wikipedia:57%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:10%
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