Airport Security Operations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal Benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Shelbiana, KY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and supervise a team of Officers and Lead Officers. The role emphasizes leadership, judgment, and coordination across checkpoints and baggage operations.

Position offers full-time employment with varied shifts, pay between $25.00 and $50.00 per hour, and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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.

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 Shelbiana, KY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and supervise a team of Officers and Lead Officers. The role emphasizes leadership, judgment, and coordination across checkpoints and baggage operations.

Position offers full-time employment with varied shifts, pay between $25.00 and $50.00 per hour, and potential overtime.