Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Greenfield (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave and federal holidays

Retirement program and Thrift Savings

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance resources

Career development opportunities

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Greenfield, MO, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and drive performance at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, reviewing performance, and coordinating with airport stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Carefully review the eligibility section of 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, operational information, observation, and 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 emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Greenfield, MO, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and drive performance at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, reviewing performance, and coordinating with airport stakeholders.