Security Operations Supervisor, Transportation Screening

Transportation Security Jobs; Summerland Key (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Summerland Key, FL. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing and coverage across shifts to maintain security and efficiency.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.

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

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Summerland Key, FL. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing and coverage across shifts to maintain security and efficiency.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents.