Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Federal retirement program

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Jackson, MI is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee security-screening operations and lead a team of officers. The role requires sound judgment, leadership, and the ability to manage in fast-moving security situations.

Applicants should have a year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and at least six months as a work leader. Federal benefits and a full-time appointment are included.

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.
• Vacancies may be limited to current TSA employees; review the official vacancy for eligibility details.

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 performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Jackson, MI is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee security-screening operations and lead a team of officers. The role requires sound judgment, leadership, and the ability to manage in fast-moving security situations.

Applicants should have a year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and at least six months as a work leader. Federal benefits and a full-time appointment are included.