Senior Transportation Security Leader | Elevate Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Hinton, VA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations across multiple checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, communication, and the ability to manage routine and high-pressure security incidents.

The position involves variable shifts, possible overtime, and adherence to TSA safety, medical, and security standards. Full-time appointment with federal benefits is provided.

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.
• Eligibility considerations: many vacancies limited to current TSA employees; review the eligibility section of the vacancy announcement.

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 operational information.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Hinton, VA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations across multiple checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, communication, and the ability to manage routine and high-pressure security incidents.

The position involves variable shifts, possible overtime, and adherence to TSA safety, medical, and security standards. Full-time appointment with federal benefits is provided.