Airport Screening Operations Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Falcon (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Falcon, MO, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage staff across checkpoints and baggage screening.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and security‑critical situations, with diverse shift requirements and federal benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor preferred.
• Ability to review performance and provide coaching and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage, or cargo screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Falcon, MO, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage staff across checkpoints and baggage screening.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and security‑critical situations, with diverse shift requirements and federal benefits.