Security Operations Supervisor — Transportation

TSA Job Listings; Wabasso (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead daily passenger and baggage screening operations at the Wabasso airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Candidates must also generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility before applying.

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

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead daily passenger and baggage screening operations at the Wabasso airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.