Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; New Ellenton (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Uniform allowance

Transportation subsidies

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in New Ellenton, SC seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across checkpoints and baggage screening.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical moments. Expect varying shifts, overtime, and a federal benefits package including healthcare and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility section of the announcement.

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

Skills

Supervision

Team Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Staff Coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in New Ellenton, SC seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across checkpoints and baggage screening.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical moments. Expect varying shifts, overtime, and a federal benefits package including healthcare and retirement options.