Senior Transportation Security Officer & Team Leader

Transportation Security Jobs; Stanton (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Transportation subsidies

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Stanton, IA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and ensure efficient, secure operations across checkpoints. You will manage subordinate staff and coordinate resources to meet security objectives.

The role demands sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, with eligibility for federal employment benefits.

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.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national; ability 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, 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

Skills

Leadership

Screening operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Stanton, IA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and ensure efficient, secure operations across checkpoints. You will manage subordinate staff and coordinate resources to meet security objectives.

The role demands sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, with eligibility for federal employment benefits.