Airport Security Operations Leader (STS/TSO)

TSA Careers Center; Lanagan (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Tuition support

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Lanagan, MO, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at the airport. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-stress security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and six months in a leadership role.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Candidates should review the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement.

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 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 workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Lanagan, MO, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at the airport. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-stress security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and six months in a leadership role.