Airport TSA Supervisory Security Officer

TSA Job Listings; Markleville (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Markleville, IN is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing at one or more checkpoints.

This full-time federal role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, with a pay range of $25.00–$50.00 per hour and federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience demonstrating knowledge and judgment to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Candidates must also have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor, showing ability to distribute workloads and train employees.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current TSA employees; review the eligibility section of the vacancy announcement.

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, information, observation, and 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 emergencies
• 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

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Markleville, IN is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing at one or more checkpoints.

This full-time federal role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, with a pay range of $25.00–$50.00 per hour and federal benefits.