Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Arnold, MD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure TSA procedures are followed during routine and high-pressure security situations.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct teams across checkpoints, manage shifts, and respond

Qualifications

• Candidates should have leadership experience in security operations.
• Ability to supervise and mentor staff and coordinate staffing.

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, observation, and judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine staff concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and law-enforcement when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Arnold, MD seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure TSA procedures are followed during routine and high-pressure security situations.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct teams across checkpoints, manage shifts, and respond