Lead Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Federal retirement program and Thrift

Flexible spending accounts

Career‑development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Opportunities in Houston. STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, address operational concerns, and help ensure that security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

This role calls for sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during both routine operations and

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train employees, maintain records and resolve workplace concerns.

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 judgment.
• Review performance, provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to procedures, staffing, and airport operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Opportunities in Houston. STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, address operational concerns, and help ensure that security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

This role calls for sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during both routine operations and