Transportation Screening Operations Lead

TSA Job Listings; Owens Cross Roads (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Owens Cross Roads, AL, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing across checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and emergency security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of supervisory experience in security operations and meet the vacancy's eligibility criteria for the SV-F pay band.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience typical of a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.
• Review the active vacancy announcement for eligibility details.

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 decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Owens Cross Roads, AL, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing across checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and emergency security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of supervisory experience in security operations and meet the vacancy's eligibility criteria for the SV-F pay band.