Airport Security Operations Supervisor - Lead TSO

Airport Jobs Placement; Spencerville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Spencerville, OH, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee teams across passenger and baggage screening tasks. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and high-pressure security situations.

You will supervise multiple screening checkpoints and coordinate staffing while ensuring compliant procedures.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Experience should meet pay-band level specified in the vacancy announcement.
• Many vacancies are limited to current TSA employees; review eligibility section.

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, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Decision making

Operational coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Spencerville, OH, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee teams across passenger and baggage screening tasks. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and high-pressure security situations.

You will supervise multiple screening checkpoints and coordinate staffing while ensuring compliant procedures.