Airport Security Operations Lead

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Sterling is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a team of officers and oversee the screening process at assigned checkpoints. The role requires strong leadership, decision-making, and the ability to manage staffing across various shifts and situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating passenger and baggage screening, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience typically related to work by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.

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, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Staffing

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Sterling is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a team of officers and oversee the screening process at assigned checkpoints. The role requires strong leadership, decision-making, and the ability to manage staffing across various shifts and situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating passenger and baggage screening, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures.