Senior Supervisory Transportation Security Officer

Transportation Security Jobs; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Liberty, SC is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead day-to-day screening operations and staff. The role involves supervising Officers, coordinating shifts, and applying TSA procedures to ensure secure, efficient checks at the airport.

Ideal candidates have relevant supervisory experience and the ability to make quick, security‑minded decisions under pressure.

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 and current information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Liberty, SC is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead day-to-day screening operations and staff. The role involves supervising Officers, coordinating shifts, and applying TSA procedures to ensure secure, efficient checks at the airport.

Ideal candidates have relevant supervisory experience and the ability to make quick, security‑minded decisions under pressure.