Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Other benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a supervisory officer in Goodview, VA to oversee active screening operations and lead a team of Transportation Security Officers. The role requires coordinating shifts, evaluating performance, and maintaining strict security standards.

Successful candidates will have experience in security operations, the ability to make informed decisions under pressure, and a track record of coaching and developing staff.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Eligibility may be limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees per the active 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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a supervisory officer in Goodview, VA to oversee active screening operations and lead a team of Transportation Security Officers. The role requires coordinating shifts, evaluating performance, and maintaining strict security standards.

Successful candidates will have experience in security operations, the ability to make informed decisions under pressure, and a track record of coaching and developing staff.