Transportation Security Administration - Transportation Security Manager, Screening

Job Title: Transportation Security Manager, Screening

Department: Department Of Homeland Security

Agency: Transportation Security Administration

Job Announcement Number: CLE-12-4726423

 

SALARY RANGE: $56,975.00 to $88,286.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, April 05, 2026 to Wednesday, April 18, 2026

SERIES & GRADE: SV-1801-H

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL: H

DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy(s) in the following locations: Cleveland, OH

 

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:

Open to all U.S. Citizens. Salary range listed includes Locality Pay of 18.68%.

This position is located at Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE) in Cleveland, Ohio

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.

 

KEY REQUIREMENTS

You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S National.

You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI).

You must pass Drug and Alcohol Screening, subject to random drug tests.

You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

This is an emergency Essential position

Please see the Conditions of Employment in the Other Information Section

 

DUTIES:

As a Transportation Security Manager (TSM) for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), your duties will include:

Managing screening checkpoints that are central to TSA objectives that serve to protect the traveling public by preventing any deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto an aircraft.

Recognizing and recommending correction of improper use or application of equipment, providing guidance to subordinates, and answering routine questions presented by subordinates.

Managing and supporting the collections of various performance metrics in an effort to identify areas in need of process improvement and systemic or individual weaknesses, vulnerabilities, or inefficiencies in the screening process.

Coordinating national and local crisis management and incident response protocols.

Recognizing and understanding the customer service needs of the traveling public and balancing these needs with safety and security in mind.

Working cooperatively with airport stakeholders in furtherance of the TSA mission.

Monitoring individual performance and providing frequent communication in order to promote screener development.

 

To view the Company website please visit https://tsajobs.tsa.dhs.gov/tsajobs/

 

For more information on this position and to apply online via USAJobs, please click the following link: http://1.usa.gov/InDhTT