Senior Airport Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Grand Ledge (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Grand Ledge, MI, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and oversee checkpoint operations. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage during routine and security incidents.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, reviewing performance, and working with airport stakeholders to maintain efficient and secure screening

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• 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.

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, Department of Homeland Security, Grand Ledge, MI, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and oversee checkpoint operations. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage during routine and security incidents.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, reviewing performance, and working with airport stakeholders to maintain efficient and secure screening