Lead TSA Security Supervisor: Screenings & Team Leadership

Transportation Security Jobs; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of officers. The role requires integrity, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations.

The STSO may oversee multiple checkpoints and coordinate with airport partners. Responsibilities include staffing, performance coaching, decision-making per TSA procedures, and ensuring consistent

Qualifications

• 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.
• Current TSA employee eligibility; review the vacancy announcement for details.

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, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine 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 when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Staff supervision

Staffing coordination

Decision making under pressure

Leadership and coaching

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of officers. The role requires integrity, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations.

The STSO may oversee multiple checkpoints and coordinate with airport partners. Responsibilities include staffing, performance coaching, decision-making per TSA procedures, and ensuring consistent