Senior Transportation Security Officer - Team Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Watrous, NM seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead TSA screening teams and oversee passenger and baggage screening operations. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct staff in routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, assigning work, coordinating rotations, and making TSA-based decisions.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Current TSA employee eligibility considerations may apply to vacancies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry‑on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Watrous, NM seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead TSA screening teams and oversee passenger and baggage screening operations. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct staff in routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, assigning work, coordinating rotations, and making TSA-based decisions.