Senior Transportation Security Lead | Airport Operations

Transportation Security Jobs; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Thrift Savings Plan

Uniform allowance

Career development

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Memphis seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and oversee screening operations. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are followed with strong judgment and communication.

The role requires leadership experience, TSA familiarity, and readiness to work varied shifts and overtime as needed. A federal benefits package and career development opportunities accompany this position.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Familiarity with TSA procedures and security requirements.

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 staff rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and available information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Staff coordination

Decision making

Communication

Operational oversight

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Memphis seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and oversee screening operations. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are followed with strong judgment and communication.

The role requires leadership experience, TSA familiarity, and readiness to work varied shifts and overtime as needed. A federal benefits package and career development opportunities accompany this position.