Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Career Resource; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement program

Paid leave & federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Mountain Ranch, CA, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Officers and Leads, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing and coverage for secure, efficient operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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 judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Mountain Ranch, CA, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at the airport. You will supervise Officers and Leads, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing and coverage for secure, efficient operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.