Senior Transportation Security Officer – Hawaii Leadership & Oversight

TSA Job Listings; Aiea (HI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Aiea, Hawaii seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise officers at one or more checkpoints in a fulltime role.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Roles may involve early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as required at the assigned airport.

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: current TSA employees or review of active vacancy eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and screening operations at one or more checkpoints.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and on-site observation.
• Review performance and provide coaching and developmental feedback to staff.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Clear communication

Decision making under pressure

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Aiea, Hawaii seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise officers at one or more checkpoints in a fulltime role.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Roles may involve early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as required at the assigned airport.