Airport Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Amherst (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave & holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Amherst, VA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead screening teams and coordinate day-to-day airport security operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, including oversight of passenger and baggage screening.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Must meet eligibility and background requirements per TSA vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage or cargo screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Recommend improvements to procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Sound judgment

Clear communication

Leadership

Staff coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Amherst, VA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead screening teams and coordinate day-to-day airport security operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, including oversight of passenger and baggage screening.