Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Canyon Lake, TX invites qualified candidates for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer roles. You will lead daily screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing to ensure procedures are followed and security standards are maintained at the checkpoint level.

The position emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Requires at least six months of experience as a work 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 and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational 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

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Coaching

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Canyon Lake, TX invites qualified candidates for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer roles. You will lead daily screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing to ensure procedures are followed and security standards are maintained at the checkpoint level.

The position emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.