ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is looking add new agents at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport. TSA will be attending multiple upcoming recruiting events as they look to accommodate larger volumes of travelers this summer.   

The TSA is hosting two upcoming recruitment events in the coming weeks: 

The Tompkins Workforce New York Career Center in the Library, 101 East Green St. Ithaca, N.Y. on July 18th from noon until 2:00 p.m. 

Canyon section of mall at Destiny USA on August 9th from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.  

Openings for both full- and part-time positions are currently available. Officers in Ithaca can expect to receive a starting salary of $37,696, increasing to $46,696 after one full year.  

The agency said no prior experience in security or law enforcement is required for application. All new hires will undergo a paid training regimen at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.  

TSA also offers a wide list of benefits to both full and part-time employees, including paid annual and sick leave, retirement, health care, and Thrift Savings Plan contributions.   

TSA encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including those with disabilities and veterans.  

Openings are available nationwide and can be found at: https://jobs.tsa.gov/transport-security-officer