Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Adairville, KY seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations, manage staff, and enforce security procedures. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and high-pressure security scenarios.

The position requires supervisory experience, with opportunities to oversee multiple checkpoints or baggage operations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months in a work leader, team leader, or supervisor role showing workload distribution and coaching.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Staff supervision

Decision making

Leadership

Coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Adairville, KY seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations, manage staff, and enforce security procedures. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and high-pressure security scenarios.

The position requires supervisory experience, with opportunities to oversee multiple checkpoints or baggage operations.