Airport Security Operations Leader

TSA Careers Center; Rives Junction (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Rives Junction, MI. The role involves supervising Security Officers, coordinating screening operations across checkpoints, and ensuring adherence to procedures in a fast-paced security environment.

Candidates should demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication, and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Review eligibility section of the vacancy announcement and ensure status as current TSA employee if applicable.

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Rives Junction, MI. The role involves supervising Security Officers, coordinating screening operations across checkpoints, and ensuring adherence to procedures in a fast-paced security environment.

Candidates should demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication, and leadership abilities.