Senior TSA Security Supervisor – Airport Operations Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Retirement program and Thrift Savings

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Kelliher, MN is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee TSA Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinating staffing and daily operations to ensure secure and efficient screening at the airport.

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

Qualifications

• Experience supervising transportation-security operations; ability to distribute workloads and lead teams.
• Willingness to work varying shifts and overtime as required.
• Knowledge of TSA procedures and security protocols.

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Kelliher, MN is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee TSA Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinating staffing and daily operations to ensure secure and efficient screening at the airport.

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