Senior Transportation Security Officer — Lead Airport Security

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Goodwin, SD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at assigned checkpoints. Role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Leadership experience as work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Team supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Goodwin, SD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at assigned checkpoints. Role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures.