Senior TSA Security Operations Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Northville Township (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Federal holidays

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Northville, SD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS O) to lead screening operations and oversee teams at the airport. You will supervise Officers and Leads, assign work, and ensure security procedures are carried out precisely and efficiently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months as a work leader or supervisor, with workload distribution and coaching duties.
• Citizenship and security-clearance requirements per TSA vacancy rules.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Leads.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked-baggage screening ops.
• Assign work, set priorities, coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and data.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and handle routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to incidents, disruptions and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport staff, law enforcement and TSA leadership.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Staff supervision

Staff scheduling

Security procedures

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Northville, SD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS O) to lead screening operations and oversee teams at the airport. You will supervise Officers and Leads, assign work, and ensure security procedures are carried out precisely and efficiently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.