Airport Security Supervisor TSA Lead

TSA Careers Center

Vernon (UT)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 69,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Vernon, Utah, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing at one or more checkpoints. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

The position entails shift work, overtime, and working early mornings or nights as needed.

Qualifications

Requires at least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
Must have at least six months leading a team or supervising others.
U.S. citizenship or eligibility for federal employment.

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 and professional judgment.
Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.