Airport Security Operations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Coalgate, OK seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage staff across multiple checkpoints. The role emphasizes judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and coordinating with airport partners while ensuring TSA procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement before applying.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Operational coordination

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Coalgate, OK seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage staff across multiple checkpoints. The role emphasizes judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and coordinating with airport partners while ensuring TSA procedures are followed.