Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Covina, CA. The role oversees screening operations, directs TSOs, and ensures compliance with TSA procedures while coordinating staffing and incident responses.

Applicants should have strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations. Expect varied shifts and overtime as required by the vacancy.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Vacancies are often 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, information, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Team leadership

Operational supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Covina, CA. The role oversees screening operations, directs TSOs, and ensures compliance with TSA procedures while coordinating staffing and incident responses.

Applicants should have strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations. Expect varied shifts and overtime as required by the vacancy.