Airport Screening Operations Leader

Transportation Security Jobs; Liberty Mills (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Liberty Mills, IN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to manage screening operations and lead a team of officers. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical situations.

Primary duties include supervising officers, coordinating staff rotations, and ensuring procedures are followed across passenger and baggage screening operations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review eligibility and pay-band requirements as per vacancy announcements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Provide coaching and developmental feedback to staff.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to procedures and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Liberty Mills, IN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to manage screening operations and lead a team of officers. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical situations.

Primary duties include supervising officers, coordinating staff rotations, and ensuring procedures are followed across passenger and baggage screening operations.