Senior Transportation Security Officer - Lead Screening

TSA Job Listings; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Las Cruces, NM, invites applications for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities. You will lead daily screening operations, supervise staff, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures while maintaining high security and service standards.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and rapid security situations.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months in a work leader, team leader, or supervisory role.

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 employee 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.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Las Cruces, NM, invites applications for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities. You will lead daily screening operations, supervise staff, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures while maintaining high security and service standards.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and rapid security situations.