Senior TSA STSO Lead — Airport Security Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage people and daily decisions behind airport passenger and baggage screening. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

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

Qualifications

• Experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least one year of specialized security experience.
• Six months of experience as work leader or supervisor.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Clear communication

Judgment

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage people and daily decisions behind airport passenger and baggage screening. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

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