Airport Security Supervisor — Lead Screening & Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Remington, VA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. The role emphasizes judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership during routine and emergency situations.

As a full-time role, candidates should expect varied shifts and overtime as required, with federal benefits and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Candidates should have at least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Familiarity with TSA procedures and security operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and checked baggage operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate staff rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Staff coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Remington, VA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. The role emphasizes judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership during routine and emergency situations.

As a full-time role, candidates should expect varied shifts and overtime as required, with federal benefits and career development opportunities.