Airport Security Operations Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Bean Station (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Sacramento, CA is seeking qualified Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and lead security teams. The role requires coordinating workloads, reviewing performance, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures.

The position emphasizes leadership, decision-making under security protocols, and collaboration with airport stakeholders.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor dealing with workloads and performance.
• Eligibility may be limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review vacancy for details.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and incident reports.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Training

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Sacramento, CA is seeking qualified Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and lead security teams. The role requires coordinating workloads, reviewing performance, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures.

The position emphasizes leadership, decision-making under security protocols, and collaboration with airport stakeholders.