Senior Transportation Security Leader — Airport Screening & Ops

TSA Job Listings; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Sunset Beach, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine or high-pressure security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience and six months of leadership duties, with eligibility reviewed per the vacancy notice.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review eligibility sections of the vacancy announcement before applying.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and incident reports.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervision

Staff coordination

Security operations

Leadership

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Sunset Beach, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine or high-pressure security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience and six months of leadership duties, with eligibility reviewed per the vacancy notice.