Senior Transportation Security Officer - Lead & Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Cambria, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing at one or more checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to handle security incidents.

Flexibility includes varying shifts, overtime, and weekend work as needed. Federal benefits, retirement plans, paid leave, and potential tuition support are offered per the official

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience demonstrating the knowledge and judgment to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Qualifying experience is typically related to work performed by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer and must meet the pay-band level.
• Candidates should generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Leadership experience may have been gained during the same period as the specialized security experience.

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Cambria, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing at one or more checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to handle security incidents.

Flexibility includes varying shifts, overtime, and weekend work as needed. Federal benefits, retirement plans, paid leave, and potential tuition support are offered per the official