Airport Security Operations Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Otterville (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid federal holidays

Federal retirement program

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Otterville, MO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations, supervise front-line officers, and coordinate checkpoint staffing and coverage. The role requires strong judgment and clear communication to ensure secure, efficient operations.

As a STSO you will oversee passenger and baggage screening across multiple checkpoints, assign work, and respond to incidents.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Current permanent or eligible TSA employee status can be preferred; review vacancy eligibility.

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Otterville, MO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations, supervise front-line officers, and coordinate checkpoint staffing and coverage. The role requires strong judgment and clear communication to ensure secure, efficient operations.

As a STSO you will oversee passenger and baggage screening across multiple checkpoints, assign work, and respond to incidents.