Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Screening Officers and oversee checkpoint operations at Arrington. You will supervise teams, assign work, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures under varied shifts.

This full-time role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents, coordinate staffing, and prepare briefings. Wage is $25–$50 per hour, with federal benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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

Staff supervision

Leadership

Operational coordination

Communication

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Screening Officers and oversee checkpoint operations at Arrington. You will supervise teams, assign work, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures under varied shifts.

This full-time role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents, coordinate staffing, and prepare briefings. Wage is $25–$50 per hour, with federal benefits.