Senior Transportation Security Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Covington Township (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Covington, MI seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations and supervise officers and lead officers. The role includes assigning workloads, coordinating staffing, and ensuring security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The position requires sound judgment and clear communication to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, with shifts that may

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many vacancies limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• 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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Covington, MI seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations and supervise officers and lead officers. The role includes assigning workloads, coordinating staffing, and ensuring security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The position requires sound judgment and clear communication to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, with shifts that may