Transportation Security Manager

Transportation Security Administration•Indianapolis, IN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Security Manager works at Indianapolis International Airport (IND) for the Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security. The role manages airport screening checkpoints to help prevent dangerous objects from being brought onto aircraft and protect the traveling public. The manager supports screening-process improvement, coordinates crisis and incident response, balances customer service with safety and security, and works with airport stakeholders. This is a first-line supervisory position responsible for directing, evaluating, and developing employees, as well as managing assigned resources and resolving routine operational problems. It is designated as an Emergency Essential position, requiring the employee to remain in duty status during an emergency.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Complete a favorable background investigation.
Meet Selective Service registration requirements.
Unless previously completed, satisfactorily complete a one-year supervisory trial period.
Have one year of specialized experience at the SV-G or GS-11 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.
Meet the qualification requirements no later than the vacancy announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

Manage screening checkpoints that help prevent deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto aircraft.
Recognize and recommend corrections for improper use or application of equipment, guide subordinates, and answer their routine questions.
Manage and support collection of performance metrics to identify opportunities for process improvement and weaknesses, vulnerabilities, or inefficiencies in screening.
Coordinate national and local crisis management and incident response protocols.
Address the customer-service needs of the traveling public while maintaining safety and security.
Work cooperatively with airport stakeholders in support of the TSA mission.
Monitor individual performance and communicate frequently to promote screener development.
Assign work, set priorities, and review and evaluate subordinate employees' work and 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.
Remain in duty status if an emergency arises.