Airport Security Supervisor (STS) - Lead Screening Ops

TSA Careers Center; Alaska; On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

TSA Careers Center seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Lake Minchumina, AK to lead TSA screeners and coordinate daily security operations. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts across early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Applicants typically need at least one year of specialized experience in supervision and at least six months as a work leader or supervisor, with eligibility for permanent or eligible TSA

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Candidates should have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• General conditions include U.S. citizenship or U.S. national status.

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 judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents 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

Leadership

Supervision

Team coordination

Job description

TSA Careers Center seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Lake Minchumina, AK to lead TSA screeners and coordinate daily security operations. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts across early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Applicants typically need at least one year of specialized experience in supervision and at least six months as a work leader or supervisor, with eligibility for permanent or eligible TSA