Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (TSA) is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Keytesville, MO. The role oversees passenger and baggage screening operations, supervises officers at one or more checkpoints, and coordinates staffing and coverage to maintain security effectiveness.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience related to supervising transportation-security operations.

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

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Operational coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (TSA) is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Keytesville, MO. The role oversees passenger and baggage screening operations, supervises officers at one or more checkpoints, and coordinates staffing and coverage to maintain security effectiveness.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and emergency situations.