Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Leonard, TX is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at the airport. This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to oversee multiple screening checkpoints.

You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, review performance, and respond to security incidents.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-screening operations.
• Experience as a TSA officer or lead TSA officer preferred.
• Must meet the pay-band level and review eligibility as per vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations
• Assign work, establish priorities, coordinate rotations
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching
• Approve leave and address workplace 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

Leadership

Supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Clear communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Leonard, TX is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at the airport. This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to oversee multiple screening checkpoints.

You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, review performance, and respond to security incidents.