Airport Security Operations Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Kerrick (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) at Kerrick, MN. STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and help ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

These roles require sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Qualifying experience related to work performed by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Carefully review the eligibility section of the active vacancy prior to 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 employee rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Operational coordination

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) at Kerrick, MN. STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and help ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

These roles require sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.