Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Kilauea, HI seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and staff at the airport. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing for multiple checkpoints as needed.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• Requires supervisory experience in security or similar operations.
• Ability to train and coach staff; manage workloads and schedules.
• Strong judgment and clear communication for dynamic situations.

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 employee concerns
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing

Skills

People management

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Kilauea, HI seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and staff at the airport. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing for multiple checkpoints as needed.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.