Airport Security Operations Lead

TSA Job Listings; Newport (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Retirement program (Thrift Savings)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newport, IN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS O) to lead security screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure compliant, efficient procedures across passenger and baggage screening areas.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Current permanent or eligible TSA employees may be prioritized; review eligibility 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 employee rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newport, IN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS O) to lead security screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure compliant, efficient procedures across passenger and baggage screening areas.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and