Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Holden (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Holden, LA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise Officers and coordinate staffing while ensuring compliance with TSA procedures.

This full-time role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts, emergencies, and daily screening activities at the assigned airport.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Candidate should have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current TSA employees; review eligibility in the 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 rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Staffing

Communication

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Holden, LA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise Officers and coordinate staffing while ensuring compliance with TSA procedures.

This full-time role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts, emergencies, and daily screening activities at the assigned airport.