Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Lobelville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Lobelville, TN seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead daily airport screening operations. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and efficiently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, including potential overnight or weekend shifts and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor showing workload distribution and coaching abilities.
• Eligibility often limited to current TSA employees or those meeting vacancy eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Lobelville, TN seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead daily airport screening operations. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and efficiently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, including potential overnight or weekend shifts and overtime as needed.