Lead Transportation Security Supervisor – Security Ops

TSA Careers Center; Walker (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Walker, IA is hiring Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams and oversee screening operations at the airport. The role involves coordinating shifts, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures in a high-stakes security environment.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience and meet the general federal employment conditions.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Qualifying experience typically related to work performed by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.
• Candidates generally must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and meet background and medical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, log entries, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Walker, IA is hiring Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams and oversee screening operations at the airport. The role involves coordinating shifts, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures in a high-stakes security environment.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience and meet the general federal employment conditions.