Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening teams and oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at Austin-area airports.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine security and fast-moving incidents. You will work with airport stakeholders to ensure procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Eligible for TSA employment and able to obtain a security clearance.

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 and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback to staff.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening teams and oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at Austin-area airports.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine security and fast-moving incidents. You will work with airport stakeholders to ensure procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.