Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Forest Hill, LA. STSOs supervise teams, coordinate screening operations, and ensure procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

This full-time role requires leadership, the ability to manage shifts, and readiness to respond to incidents. You may supervise multiple checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and work with airport stakeholders to keep security efficient.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.

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 and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Forest Hill, LA. STSOs supervise teams, coordinate screening operations, and ensure procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

This full-time role requires leadership, the ability to manage shifts, and readiness to respond to incidents. You may supervise multiple checkpoints, coordinate staffing, and work with airport stakeholders to keep security efficient.