Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; High Island (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in High Island, TX seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and coordinate staff at one or more checkpoints. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and guide daily security decisions with judgment and coordination.

The role emphasizes strong communication, the ability to manage shifts, and taking responsibility for incidents, performance coaching, and staff coverage.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many STSO vacancies are limited to current TSA employees; review eligibility.

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

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in High Island, TX seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and coordinate staff at one or more checkpoints. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and guide daily security decisions with judgment and coordination.

The role emphasizes strong communication, the ability to manage shifts, and taking responsibility for incidents, performance coaching, and staff coverage.