Supervisory Transportation Security Officer

Transportation Security Administration; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations at Des Moines International Airport. You will supervise TSOs and LTSOs, assign work, coach staff, and implement security procedures while making independent decisions based on intelligence and experience.

Requirements include a Secret security clearance and eligibility under Fed Internal Search; the posted pay range is $75,284–$97,875 per year.

Qualifications

• Must have supervisory/managerial experience in security or airport environment.
• Ability to train and coach staff and oversee performance.
• Ability to make independent security decisions and apply procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs in screening of people, property, and cargo.
• Oversee checkpoint and baggage screening operations and staffing.
• Develop and communicate policies, prepare reports and incident information.
• Coordinate with customers and other units; manage work assignments and leaves.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Team supervision

Communication

Job description

Supervisory Transportation Security Officer

• Hiring Agency: Transportation Security Administration
• Department: Department of Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. Make an impact; join DHS.

Key Responsibilities

This Supervisory Transportation Security Officer position is located at Des Moines International Airport (DSM), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO), you will be responsible for mitigating actual and potential threats against civil aviation and other transportation modes.

You will also perform and supervise in your area of specialty, which may include Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) and Lead Transportation Security Officers (LTSOs) in the performance of all security functions related to the screening of people, property, and cargo through the use and application of procedures, techniques, and technology.

In addition, you will make independent, security-based decisions using intelligence, critical thinking, experience, observation, and passenger engagement. Typical duties include, but are not limited to: Conducting and supervising subordinate employees in conducting pre-board security screening of persons, their carry-on and checked baggage/cargo.

Overseeing screening checkpoint(s) and/or baggage screening operations on a day-to-day basis to include equipment, personnel, and the scheduling and rotation of personnel. Participating in the development of new policies and procedures, and recommending changes in policy and procedures based on observation of work, as required.

Participating in the development of strategic planning initiatives, workforce planning, succession planning initiatives, and other reports and documents for TSA and superiors. Engaging in continuous development of critical thinking skills necessary to mitigate security threats by identifying, evaluating, and applying appropriate situational options and approaches.

Preparing various types of communications such as morning briefings, checkpoint logs, reports, and documents that are germane to the work performed. Developing incident information and reports for Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) and superiors. Supervisory/Managerial: duties include serving as a first line supervisor for the organization.

This includes, but is not limited to: assigning work, setting priorities, and reviewing and evaluating work and performance of subordinates; approving leave; coaching and developing employees; recommending corrective or disciplinary actions; resolving routine problems that typically impact the objectives of the organizational unit; when required, coordinating with customers outside the immediate organization; supervising employees performing special program work; and serving as the supervisor-in-charge of an assigned airport or other transportation terminal.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $75284 – $97875/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.

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