TSA Security Operations Lead — Screenings & Teams

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Flexible spending accounts

Paid leave

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Owensville, MO seeks a supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and coordinate operations. The role emphasizes decision-making, scheduling, and ensuring efficient, compliant security procedures across shifts.

Candidates should have prior supervisory experience in security operations, federal employment familiarity, and the ability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least one year supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Experience related to Transportation Security Officer work and pay-band level as per vacancy.

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 judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Operational coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Owensville, MO seeks a supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and coordinate operations. The role emphasizes decision-making, scheduling, and ensuring efficient, compliant security procedures across shifts.

Candidates should have prior supervisory experience in security operations, federal employment familiarity, and the ability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends.