Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Estherwood (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Career development opportunities

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Estherwood, LA. You will supervise crews at screening checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high‑stress security situations. Full-time federal employment with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.

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 information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Estherwood, LA. You will supervise crews at screening checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high‑stress security situations. Full-time federal employment with comprehensive benefits is offered.