Senior Airport Security Supervisor - Lead & Guide Screening

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Cordova, NE seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and ensure procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage workloads, coordinate staffing, respond to security incidents, and coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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 and information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or 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

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Cordova, NE seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and ensure procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage workloads, coordinate staffing, respond to security incidents, and coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership on a daily basis.