Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Sylmar, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO). You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, assign work, set priorities, and coordinate coverage across checkpoints.

Applicants typically need at least one year of specialized experience in supervising security operations and at least six months in a

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.
• Review eligibility and understand TSA vacancy requirements.

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 and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership/Staff supervision

Decision making

Coordination & planning

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Sylmar, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO). You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, assign work, set priorities, and coordinate coverage across checkpoints.

Applicants typically need at least one year of specialized experience in supervising security operations and at least six months in a