Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Hiring Center; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in El Paso is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO). You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, oversee passenger and baggage-screening operations, and coordinate staffing and coverage across checkpoints to ensure 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.
• Review eligibility and vacancy announcements for TSA postings.

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 operational information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in El Paso is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO). You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, oversee passenger and baggage-screening operations, and coordinate staffing and coverage across checkpoints to ensure secure, efficient operations.

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