Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Catheys Valley (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) position in Catheys Valley, CA oversees daily passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work, and coordinate staffing to keep checkpoints functioning smoothly around the clock.

This federal role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security incidents.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance listed in the vacancy.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and remain subject to applicable testing requirements.
• Must meet TSA medical, vision, hearing, color-perception, and physical standards.

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.

Job description

The Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) position in Catheys Valley, CA oversees daily passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work, and coordinate staffing to keep checkpoints functioning smoothly around the clock.

This federal role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security incidents.