TSA Supervisory Officer: Lead Security Ops & Staffing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Uniform allowance

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Auburn, IA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer roles. This position oversees security screening at airports, directing Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers to ensure consistent, compliant operations.

Applicants should have strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership ability for routine and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• Experience requirement: at least one year in supervising transportation-security operations.
• Leadership experience as work leader or supervisor preferred.
• U.S. citizen or national and able to obtain security clearance.

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 performance, coach and provide developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies as needed.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Auburn, IA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer roles. This position oversees security screening at airports, directing Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers to ensure consistent, compliant operations.

Applicants should have strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership ability for routine and fast-moving security situations.