Airport Security Operations Leader - Supervisory TSO

TSA Job Listings; Nanjemoy (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Nanjemoy, MD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff at the assigned airport.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• Six months of team leadership or supervision experience required.
• Applicants should review TSA eligibility and federal employment rules.

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 employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law enforcement, and TSA leadership when needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Tools

TSA procedures

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Nanjemoy, MD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff at the assigned airport.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.