Airport Security Operations Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Fort Dodge, IA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead passenger and baggage-screening teams. The role supervises Officers and Lead Officers, allocates shifts, and ensures TSA procedures are followed with sound judgment in routine and high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities include coordinating operations at checkpoints, reviewing performance, and communicating with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized supervision experience in transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Current TSA employee status or eligibility as per vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations.
• Make security decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Fort Dodge, IA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead passenger and baggage-screening teams. The role supervises Officers and Lead Officers, allocates shifts, and ensures TSA procedures are followed with sound judgment in routine and high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities include coordinating operations at checkpoints, reviewing performance, and communicating with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.