Lead TSA Transportation Security Supervisor - Airport Ops

Airport Security Hiring; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Waco seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinate staffing at the airport. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.

Applicants should meet federal requirements and be prepared for varied shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.
• Current TSA employee eligibility may be required.

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, operational information, observation, and professional 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 emergency situations
• 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

Skills

Leadership

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Waco seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinate staffing at the airport. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.

Applicants should meet federal requirements and be prepared for varied shifts, including nights and weekends.