Airport Security Leader — Supervise Screening Teams

TSA Careers Center; Plantersville (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Career development opportunities

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Plantersville, MS seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and coordinate operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, assign work, review performance, and respond to security incidents while ensuring procedures are followed with sound judgment.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to lead during routine and urgent situations, and willingness to work varied shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Eligibility largely aligns with current TSA employment guidelines; review the vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations
• Assign work, priorities, and coordinate rotations
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment
• Provide coaching and developmental feedback
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed
• Prepare briefings, logs, and incident reports
• Address routine employee or workplace concerns

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Clear communication

Job description

TSA Careers Center in Plantersville, MS seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and coordinate operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, assign work, review performance, and respond to security incidents while ensuring procedures are followed with sound judgment.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to lead during routine and urgent situations, and willingness to work varied shifts as needed.