Airport Security Operations Lead

TSA Careers Center; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Meadville, MO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead security screening teams and oversee operations at multiple checkpoints. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing and coverage, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures in fast-paced environments.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and high-pressure security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on/checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• 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 as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Decision making

Staff coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Meadville, MO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead security screening teams and oversee operations at multiple checkpoints. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing and coverage, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures in fast-paced environments.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and high-pressure security situations.