Security Operations Lead: Transportation Screening

TSA Careers Center; Minnesota; On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Cook, MN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and coordinate the daily operations of screening at the airport. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires managing shift coverage, evaluating performance, and communicating with airport stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Leadership experience: at least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Current TSA employees may be eligible or preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Cook, MN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and coordinate the daily operations of screening at the airport. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires managing shift coverage, evaluating performance, and communicating with airport stakeholders.