Senior Airport Screening Operations Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave and federal holidays

Federal retirement program (Thrift/SRS

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Palmer, KS is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams at the airport.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, or overtime.

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.

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 rotations
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine concerns
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Palmer, KS is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams at the airport.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, or overtime.