Security Operations Lead — Transportation Screening (Des Moines)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

The Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) role at TSA in Des Moines oversees passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate coverage at screening checkpoints.

This position requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Ability to lead teams and distribute workloads.
• Eligible current TSA employees may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations
• Assign work and coordinate staffing across checkpoints
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information
• Review performance and provide coaching to staff
• Respond to security incidents and operations disruptions
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and law enforcement as needed
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Supervise officers

Leadership

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

The Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) role at TSA in Des Moines oversees passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate coverage at screening checkpoints.

This position requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.