Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (TSA) in Douglas City, CA, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer candidates. The role oversees screening operations, directs staff, and ensures secure, efficient performance at assigned checkpoints.

The position requires leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine operations and fast-moving security situations, including shift work and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility in the 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 professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents 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.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (TSA) in Douglas City, CA, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer candidates. The role oversees screening operations, directs staff, and ensures secure, efficient performance at assigned checkpoints.

The position requires leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine operations and fast-moving security situations, including shift work and overtime as needed.