Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Granger, WA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and manage daily operations. The role focuses on maintaining security, coordinating staffing, and ensuring procedures are followed accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred candidates have the ability to lead during routine and emergency situations, make informed decisions, and communicate clearly with staff and airport partners.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience related to supervising Security Officers or Lead Security Officers suggested.
• Must meet pay-band level per vacancy announcement and review eligibility details.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at checkpoints.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate staffing rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and situational judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback to staff.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions as needed.
• Prepare operational briefings and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Decision making

Communication

Security procedures

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Granger, WA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and manage daily operations. The role focuses on maintaining security, coordinating staffing, and ensuring procedures are followed accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred candidates have the ability to lead during routine and emergency situations, make informed decisions, and communicate clearly with staff and airport partners.