Lead STSO: Airport Security Ops Leader

Transportation Security Jobs; Beulah (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Flexible spending accounts

Career development

Uniform allowance

Transportation subsidies

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Beulah, CO to lead screening teams, manage daily operations, and ensure accurate, consistent application of security procedures.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to oversee multiple checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and respond effectively to incidents and emergencies. The position is full-time at Beulah, CO with federal benefits.

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.
• Most vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility in the vacancy announcement.

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 concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Supervisory experience

Airside operations

Leadership abilities

Decision making

Coordination

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Beulah, CO to lead screening teams, manage daily operations, and ensure accurate, consistent application of security procedures.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to oversee multiple checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and respond effectively to incidents and emergencies. The position is full-time at Beulah, CO with federal benefits.