Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Participation in federal retirement (T

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Idyllwild, CA to lead screening operations and oversee teams of Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers. You will assign work, manage staffing, review performance, and respond to incidents, while ensuring procedures meet TSA standards and maintain security.

This full-time role requires flexibility for varied shifts and overtime, with federal benefits and strong leadership

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must pass background investigation and drug screening.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Must be available for varying shifts and overtime.

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 and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport staff and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Idyllwild, CA to lead screening operations and oversee teams of Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers. You will assign work, manage staffing, review performance, and respond to incidents, while ensuring procedures meet TSA standards and maintain security.

This full-time role requires flexibility for varied shifts and overtime, with federal benefits and strong leadership