Airport Security Operations Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Dora (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Dora, MO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a team of officers and oversee passenger screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, assign work, and ensure procedures are carried out accurately and safely.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents and schedule fluctuations, including early mornings, evenings,

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Dora, MO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a team of officers and oversee passenger screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, assign work, and ensure procedures are carried out accurately and safely.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents and schedule fluctuations, including early mornings, evenings,