Airport Security Supervisor (STS) – Lead & Operations

Transportation Security Jobs; Brandon Township (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Brandon, IA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. The role entails supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, overseeing screening operations, and coordinating staffing to ensure efficient, secure airport operations.

The position requires decision-making under fast-moving security scenarios, strong communication, and leadership across shifts and teams.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.

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, information, and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Security operations

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Brandon, IA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. The role entails supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, overseeing screening operations, and coordinating staffing to ensure efficient, secure airport operations.

The position requires decision-making under fast-moving security scenarios, strong communication, and leadership across shifts and teams.