Senior Airport Security Supervisor — Operations

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Russellville, KY is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead screening teams and ensure smooth, secure operations. The role requires decisive leadership, clear communication, and readiness to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, handling operational concerns, and applying TSA procedures to security

Qualifications

• Experience supervising security operations.
• Ability to manage staffing and coordinate deployments.
• Strong judgment and clear communication under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and situational awareness
• Review employee performance and provide feedback and coaching
• Prepare operational briefings, incident reports, and management communications

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Russellville, KY is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead screening teams and ensure smooth, secure operations. The role requires decisive leadership, clear communication, and readiness to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, handling operational concerns, and applying TSA procedures to security