Airport Security Lead & Supervisor (STS)

Transportation Security Jobs; Foley (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Paid leave and holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Foley, Alabama seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers and leads. You will coordinate staffing, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and ensure security procedures are applied consistently at the assigned airport.

The role requires sound judgement and clear communication, with responsibilities that include directing daily operations, training, performance feedback, and

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations and meet pay-band level.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility section in the vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Sound judgement

Clear communication

Leadership

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Foley, Alabama seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers and leads. You will coordinate staffing, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and ensure security procedures are applied consistently at the assigned airport.

The role requires sound judgement and clear communication, with responsibilities that include directing daily operations, training, performance feedback, and