Airport Transportation Security Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Vincent, AL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to fast-moving security situations; shifts may include mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and federal holidays.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation‑security operations.
• Six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor showing workload distribution and coaching.
• Current permanent or eligible TSA employees may have preferred eligibility; review vacancy disclosures.

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 professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and developmental feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Security operations

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

TSA Careers Center in Vincent, AL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to fast-moving security situations; shifts may include mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and federal holidays.