Transportation Security Manager

Transportation Security Administration•Tampa, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Security Manager works at Tampa International Airport for the Transportation Security Administration within the Department of Homeland Security. The role mitigates threats to civil aviation and other transportation security modes and manages one or more assigned programs, which may include Checkpoints and the Coordination Center. The position serves as a first-line supervisor and is designated Emergency Essential, requiring the employee to remain in duty status during an emergency.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship or U.S. national status.
Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Must complete a favorable background investigation.
Selective Service registration is required.
One year of specialized experience at the SV-H pay band or GS-12 level in Federal service, or equivalent private-sector experience.
Specialized experience must include administering, coordinating, or supervising/managing programs or services providing aviation security, corporate security, or force protection for personnel, equipment, and facilities.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned transportation security programs, which may include Checkpoints and the Coordination Center.
Foster collaboration within the organization and develop collaborative relationships with TSA stakeholders.
Support an empowered workforce through risk-based decision-making, coaching, and mentoring.
Use appropriate leadership styles and techniques to guide and direct staff.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to communicate current threat information.
Facilitate and contribute to daily briefings, using scenarios and examples to explain Standard Operating Procedures and engage the workforce.
Reinforce critical thinking, specialized communication tactics, and understanding of security threats.
Assess security operations and manage resources to reduce stress and maximize threat mitigation.
Respond to and resolve security incidents, emergencies, and difficult customer service issues using critical thinking and tactical communication.
Promote open, respectful communication, employee value, and cooperative problem-solving.
Assign work, set priorities, and review and evaluate subordinate performance.
Approve leave, coach and develop employees, and recommend corrective or disciplinary actions.
Assist with budget planning, project short-term needs, and manage projects within assigned resources.
Resolve routine problems affecting organizational objectives and coordinate with customers outside the immediate organization when required.