Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Overtime availability

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Hempstead, TX is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise officers, ensuring TSA procedures are followed and safety standards are maintained.

The role requires decisive judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. You may oversee multiple screening points and must be able to work varied shifts, including holidays or overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement before applying.

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 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 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 in Hempstead, TX is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise officers, ensuring TSA procedures are followed and safety standards are maintained.

The role requires decisive judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. You may oversee multiple screening points and must be able to work varied shifts, including holidays or overtime as needed.