Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Memphis, MO is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, respond to incidents, and liaise with airport stakeholders.

The role requires sound judgment, strong communication, and proven leadership across varying shifts, including nights and weekends when needed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 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 Memphis, MO is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, respond to incidents, and liaise with airport stakeholders.

The role requires sound judgment, strong communication, and proven leadership across varying shifts, including nights and weekends when needed.