Airport Security Operations Supervisor (TSO Lead)

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Groesbeck, TX is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily screening operations and coordinate staff across checkpoints. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work, and ensure coverage during shifts.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Many vacancies require current TSA employees or eligible temporary TSA status.

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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Staff coordination

Security procedures

Communication

Incident response

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Groesbeck, TX is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily screening operations and coordinate staff across checkpoints. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work, and ensure coverage during shifts.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.