Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal health benefits

Paid leave and federal holidays

Retirement plan and Thrift Savings

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Ann Arbor, MI invites applicants for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer roles. STSOs supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and oversee screening operations to ensure security procedures are followed.

Candidates should have a background in security operations, strong judgment, and clear communication. The job requires flexible shifts, background check, and readiness for varied schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must successfully complete the required background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance listed in the vacancy.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and remain subject to applicable testing requirements.

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Ann Arbor, MI invites applicants for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer roles. STSOs supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and oversee screening operations to ensure security procedures are followed.

Candidates should have a background in security operations, strong judgment, and clear communication. The job requires flexible shifts, background check, and readiness for varied schedules.