Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; New Mexico; On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Brimhall, NM is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams responsible for passenger and baggage screening. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

STSOs may oversee one or more screening checkpoints or related security activities at the assigned airport, with varied shifts and the potential for overtime as announced.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Supervisory

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Brimhall, NM is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams responsible for passenger and baggage screening. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

STSOs may oversee one or more screening checkpoints or related security activities at the assigned airport, with varied shifts and the potential for overtime as announced.