Security Operations Lead — 24/7 Screening

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Thrift Savings Plan

Uniform allowance

Tuition support

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a supervisory professional to oversee OSS operations at a Cleveland, MO location. The role involves directing Transportation Security Officers and coordinating screening across passenger and baggage operations.

The position requires demonstrated leadership, incident response, and the ability to manage workloads and performance under TSA procedures.

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.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current TSA employees or eligible temps.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Security operations knowledge

Decision making under pressure

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a supervisory professional to oversee OSS operations at a Cleveland, MO location. The role involves directing Transportation Security Officers and coordinating screening across passenger and baggage operations.

The position requires demonstrated leadership, incident response, and the ability to manage workloads and performance under TSA procedures.