Airport Security Operations Leader (TSO Supervisor)

TSA Job Listings; Palmyra (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Palmyra, Missouri seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures at screening checkpoints.

Strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine operations and security incidents are essential. The role may involve varying shifts, weekends, and overtime as announced.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review eligibility sections for TSA vacancy announcements and apply accordingly.

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 development feedback.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Identify improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Supervision

Team leadership

Decision making

Operations coordination

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Palmyra, Missouri seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures at screening checkpoints.

Strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine operations and security incidents are essential. The role may involve varying shifts, weekends, and overtime as announced.