Transportation Security Lead & Operations Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Federal retirement program and Thrift 

Paid leave and federal holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Career development opportunities

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, Overland Park, KS, seeks a supervisory role overseeing security screening operations. The position involves guiding TSOs, coordinating shifts, and ensuring efficient checkpoint performance.

Applicants should have prior supervisory experience in transportation security and be able to respond to incidents and emergencies, with requirements reflecting federal standards and a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience may be gained as a Transportation Security Officer or Lead TSO.
• Must have six months as a work leader or supervisor, distributing workloads and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, Overland Park, KS, seeks a supervisory role overseeing security screening operations. The position involves guiding TSOs, coordinating shifts, and ensuring efficient checkpoint performance.

Applicants should have prior supervisory experience in transportation security and be able to respond to incidents and emergencies, with requirements reflecting federal standards and a focus on safety and efficiency.