Airport Security Supervisor: Lead & Screen Ops

Transportation Security Jobs; Timber Lake (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Timber Lake, SD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will lead Transportation Security Officers and oversee screening operations at the airport, coordinating shifts, resources, and performance.

Applicants should have 1+ year of supervisory experience in security operations, plus 6 months leading teams. Eligibility for federal employment and security clearance is required. Full-time schedule with federal benefits.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national required and ability to obtain security clearance.

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
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and observations
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine concerns
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions
• 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

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Staff supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Timber Lake, SD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will lead Transportation Security Officers and oversee screening operations at the airport, coordinating shifts, resources, and performance.

Applicants should have 1+ year of supervisory experience in security operations, plus 6 months leading teams. Eligibility for federal employment and security clearance is required. Full-time schedule with federal benefits.