Security Operations Lead — Transportation Screening

TSA Job Listings; Dunmor (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Federal retirement program

Paid leave and federal holidays

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Dunmor, KY is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and oversee a team of officers. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure consistent application of TSA procedures at the assigned airport.

This role requires sound judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be at least 18 years old when applying.
• Must pass background investigation and obtain security clearance.
• Must be able to work varying shifts and overtime when required.

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 professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint 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.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Operational judgment

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Dunmor, KY is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and oversee a team of officers. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure consistent application of TSA procedures at the assigned airport.

This role requires sound judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security