Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid leave & federal holidays

Federal retirement program & Thrift-S

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Tuition support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Marsing, Idaho is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead security operations at airport screening checkpoints. You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, and coordinate rotations and coverage.

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

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Candidates must also generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Marsing, Idaho is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead security operations at airport screening checkpoints. You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, and coordinate rotations and coverage.

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