Airport Security Operations Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Old Fields (WV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Old Fields, WV, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee officers at the airport checkpoint. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and security incidents.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, making security-based decisions, and preparing incident reports.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national
• Must be at least 18 years old when applying
• Must successfully complete the required background investigation
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance listed in the vacancy
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and remain subject to applicable testing requirements
• Must meet TSA medical, vision, hearing, color-perception, and physical standards
• Must be available for varying shifts and overtime when required

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Old Fields, WV, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee officers at the airport checkpoint. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and security incidents.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, making security-based decisions, and preparing incident reports.