Senior Transportation Security Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

Federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Jennings, KS, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead and coordinate screening operations across checkpoints and baggage areas. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and high-pressure situations at the airport.

As a supervisor, you may oversee one or more screening checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and implement security procedures with professional judgment.

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.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and be able to obtain security clearance.

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, informational data, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Security procedures

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Jennings, KS, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead and coordinate screening operations across checkpoints and baggage areas. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and high-pressure situations at the airport.

As a supervisor, you may oversee one or more screening checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and implement security procedures with professional judgment.