Airport Security Operations Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Burr Oak (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Burr Oak, KS is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead and coordinate screening teams at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage day-to-day operations during routine and security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, assigning work, making TSA-based decisions, and preparing briefings.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• 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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Burr Oak, KS is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead and coordinate screening teams at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage day-to-day operations during routine and security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, assigning work, making TSA-based decisions, and preparing briefings.