Senior Transportation Security Operations Lead

TSA Job Listings; Java (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage daily passenger and baggage screening operations at the assigned airport. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

STSOs may oversee one or more screening checkpoints, baggage operations, or other transportation-security activities, with varied shifts and potential overtime

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months leading a team or work group.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train staff, maintain records, monitor performance, and address workplace concerns.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage daily passenger and baggage screening operations at the assigned airport. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

STSOs may oversee one or more screening checkpoints, baggage operations, or other transportation-security activities, with varied shifts and potential overtime