Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in New Albany, IN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing at screening checkpoints, and ensure consistent application of security procedures.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to incidents, with shift work including early mornings, evenings, overtime, and federal holidays.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, and able to pass background and suitability checks.
• Experience coordinating staffing and coverage in fast-moving security environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, and cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching, feedback, and development for staff.

Skills

Staff supervision

Decision making

Communication skills

Job description

TSA Careers Center in New Albany, IN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing at screening checkpoints, and ensure consistent application of security procedures.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to incidents, with shift work including early mornings, evenings, overtime, and federal holidays.