Airport Security Operations Supervisor

Transportation Security Careers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff across multiple checkpoints and security functions. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinating staffing, and making security-based decisions.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Leadership experience may have been gained during same period as specialized security experience.
• Review eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement before applying.

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 judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Team supervision

Operational leadership

Security procedures

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff across multiple checkpoints and security functions. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinating staffing, and making security-based decisions.