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Starting The TSA Hiring Process
◾ USAJOBs – Search by keyword and/or location
◾ Select position and read more detailed description and instructions
◾ Schedule Computer Based Test (CBT)
To apply must be 18+, a US Citizen with a high school diploma, GED or equivalent. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System.
Computer Based Test (CBT)
◾ 2.5 hour exam
◾ Used to see potential employee’s compatibility with TSA standards
◾ English Proficiency Test and Image Interpretation Test
TSA X-Ray Exam Preparation
The image interpretation test provides images of different luggage that have gone through an X-Ray machine and ask to identify objects such as guns, bottles, drugs, shoes, or electronics.
English Proficiency Exam
Tests basic rules of English grammar, syntax, usage, and sentence and paragraph organization.
Post-CBT
◾ Email with score sent within 14 days
◾ If successful: submit Standard Authorization Form and Credit Card information
◾ Complete the National Security Questionnaire E86
Airport Assessment
◾ Structured interview
◾ Color vision test
◾ Medical evaluation including fingerprinting and drug test
◾ Most new hires typically get trained in Glenco, GA
TSA Hiring Process Insights
◾ The X Ray/Image Interpretation test is infamously difficult.
◾ The X Ray test has objects scanned in different levels.
◾ The English assessment is used to assess the punctuation, grammar and verbal abilities of the potential hire
◾ The English test has questions in the form of correcting single sentences and comprehending paragraphs and what their general points are.
◾ During the interview use the STAR (Situation/Task, Action and Result) method. Be confident and take time answering.
◾ Arrive 30-60 minutes early
◾ Prepare well for the English test
◾ Demonstrate in-depth English skills
◾ Timed tests lead to higher pressure to perform
