Whole Body Scanners equal 300 new TSOs for LAX
May 17, 2010, 8:25 pm
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Whole Body Scanners equal 300 new TSOs for LAX
One of my birdies whispered in my ear.
Anybody feel like protesting this little exercise in perversion?
TO : TSA LAX Employees
Los Angeles International Airport
FROM : Vera Adams
Federal Security Director (Acting)
Los Angeles International Airport
SUBJECT : 2010 TSA/LAX Hiring Campaign
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is excited to announce a fantastic opportunity.
The TSA/LAX has always been at the forefront in implementing changing technologies and innovative security initiatives. During the next few months, LAX will be receiving Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) units. The use of this screening technology affords us a new tool to use in ensuring the safety of the travelling public.
The deployment of the AIT technology requires us to increase our staffing in a very short timeframe, and as the summer months are rapidly approaching, the TSA/LAX is determined to hire approximately 300 part-time Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) within the next several weeks.
We would like to extend a special invitation to your family, friends, and acquaintances to attend the first of our TSO recruiting and hiring campaign information forums. The first evening of this three day event is limited to referrals from local colleges, our airport partners, and you. This special evening set aside from the general public will be held on May 21, 2010, at 6pm, at the Proud Bird restaurant on Aviation Boulevard. Interested individuals may learn more about exciting career opportunities with the TSA.
The attached flyer provides additional details on salary, benefits, and minimum requirements, as well as details on the event.
Los Angeles International Airport
FROM : Vera Adams
Federal Security Director (Acting)
Los Angeles International Airport
SUBJECT : 2010 TSA/LAX Hiring Campaign
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is excited to announce a fantastic opportunity.
The TSA/LAX has always been at the forefront in implementing changing technologies and innovative security initiatives. During the next few months, LAX will be receiving Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) units. The use of this screening technology affords us a new tool to use in ensuring the safety of the travelling public.
The deployment of the AIT technology requires us to increase our staffing in a very short timeframe, and as the summer months are rapidly approaching, the TSA/LAX is determined to hire approximately 300 part-time Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) within the next several weeks.
We would like to extend a special invitation to your family, friends, and acquaintances to attend the first of our TSO recruiting and hiring campaign information forums. The first evening of this three day event is limited to referrals from local colleges, our airport partners, and you. This special evening set aside from the general public will be held on May 21, 2010, at 6pm, at the Proud Bird restaurant on Aviation Boulevard. Interested individuals may learn more about exciting career opportunities with the TSA.
The attached flyer provides additional details on salary, benefits, and minimum requirements, as well as details on the event.
May 17, 2010, 8:41 pm
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Wow. Waste and nepotism! 
How many TSA positions at LAX currently? IOW, what's the percentage increase due to the nude-o-scope?
I'm pretty sure the first draft of this memo said:
How many TSA positions at LAX currently? IOW, what's the percentage increase due to the nude-o-scope?
Originally Posted by Vera Adams
The use of this screening technology affords us a new tool to use in ensuring the safety of the travelling public.
The use of this screening technology affords us a new tool to use in ensuring the unchecked expansion of the TSA.
Last edited by RadioGirl; May 17, 2010 at 8:56 pm
May 17, 2010, 8:53 pm
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This special evening set aside from the general public will be held on May 21, 2010, at 6pm, at the Proud Bird restaurant on Aviation Boulevard.
May 17, 2010, 9:25 pm
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I'll be adding that restaurant to the list of airports and other establishements, infected with the TSA Virus, I will not be patronizing
May 17, 2010, 9:33 pm
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Yes some airports will gain, but many will lose employees. Interesting, we don't hear much about that from TSAs critics...I wonder why?
May 17, 2010, 9:58 pm
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In fact, according to the TSA blog:
In October 2008, the guy caught stealing in Newark was "a kick in the gut for each of the 43,000 officers who are honest, hardworking, and take pride in their mission of keeping passengers safe."
In January 2009, "only 20 of our 45,000 have complained so far" about problems with the new uniforms with possible formaldehyde contamination.
In February 2010, the Orlando pervert's "actions do not reflect on the more than 50,000 men and women who work every day to keep the traveling public safe."
You'll excuse us if that doesn't sound like the total numbers are decreasing.
May 17, 2010, 10:09 pm
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And I doubt we'll ever be told about such reductions. I'm sure someone will claim that the exact number of TSA employees is SSI. After all, knowing how many people are involved in screening operations in an airport might help terrorists to know how to attack that airport.
(The sad thing is ... I'm not sure whether the preceding paragraph is sarcasm, or completely realistic.)
May 18, 2010, 10:38 am
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LAX may be increasing their numbers, but over all TSA is decreasing the numbers, even with WBIs going to various airports. Besides the economy, which will eventuall recover (we hope), the reason why is many airports are adding in-line systems. At SAT we are adding such a system, and plant to have our FTE cut quiet drastically, even with the addition of WBIs.
Yes some airports will gain, but many will lose employees. Interesting, we don't hear much about that from TSAs critics...I wonder why?
Yes some airports will gain, but many will lose employees. Interesting, we don't hear much about that from TSAs critics...I wonder why?
May 18, 2010, 10:52 am
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Originally Posted by Vera Adams
This special evening set aside from the general public will be held on May 21, 2010, at 6pm, at the Proud Bird restaurant on Aviation Boulevard.
May 18, 2010, 1:13 pm
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More Info from the Flyer
Learn more about this great job opportunity and how to apply
Join us at the following TSA Information Forum
Friday, May 21, 2010
(Open to referrals from TSA & LAWA)
Doors Open at 5:30 PM
Presentation Begins Promptly at 6:00 PM
Two additional opportunities (open to the public)
Saturday, May 22nd presentation begins promptly at 8:00 AM
Sunday, May 23rd presentation begins promptly at 4:30 PM
Proud Bird Restaurant
11022 Aviation Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Free Parking
TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For more information about TSA, log onto www.tsa.gov
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Now Hiring
Transportation Security Officers (Screeners)
Los Angeles International Airport
Part-time positions starting at $15.55 per hour Plus Benefits
(Includes 27.16% Locality Pay)
Full-Time Medical Benefits for Part Time Officers
No Previous Experience Required
Minimum Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National
High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
English Proficiency
Pass a Background / Credit Check
Pass a Drug Screening
Join us at the following TSA Information Forum
Friday, May 21, 2010
(Open to referrals from TSA & LAWA)
Doors Open at 5:30 PM
Presentation Begins Promptly at 6:00 PM
Two additional opportunities (open to the public)
Saturday, May 22nd presentation begins promptly at 8:00 AM
Sunday, May 23rd presentation begins promptly at 4:30 PM
Proud Bird Restaurant
11022 Aviation Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Free Parking
TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For more information about TSA, log onto www.tsa.gov
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Now Hiring
Transportation Security Officers (Screeners)
Los Angeles International Airport
Part-time positions starting at $15.55 per hour Plus Benefits
(Includes 27.16% Locality Pay)
Full-Time Medical Benefits for Part Time Officers
No Previous Experience Required
Minimum Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National
High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
English Proficiency
Pass a Background / Credit Check
Pass a Drug Screening
May 18, 2010, 1:29 pm
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May 18, 2010, 1:37 pm
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I didn't say it was a good thing! Our FTE has dropped by about 50. And I do expect the passengers to take the brunt of it in the end.
May 18, 2010, 1:55 pm
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