Airport Security Supervisor — Lead TSO & Operations Mentor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Federal retirement plan

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Ventress, LA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead and coordinate screening operations at assigned checkpoints. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work, and ensure procedures are followed correctly.

The role requires flexible shifts and overtime as needed, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Decision making

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Ventress, LA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead and coordinate screening operations at assigned checkpoints. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work, and ensure procedures are followed correctly.

The role requires flexible shifts and overtime as needed, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.