Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave and federal holidays

Uniform allowance

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Transportation subsidies

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Athens, AL is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise transportation-security activities with a focus on security, efficiency, and teamwork.

The position may involve varied shifts, overtime, and exposure to fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Candidates should have six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Eligibility guidance is based on the active vacancy announcement.

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

Skills

Team leadership

Staff coordination

Decision making

Security procedures

Operational briefing

Coaching staff

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Athens, AL is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise transportation-security activities with a focus on security, efficiency, and teamwork.

The position may involve varied shifts, overtime, and exposure to fast-moving security situations.