Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in New Providence, IA to lead screening operations and supervise the frontline officers. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and proactive staffing coordination to maintain security procedures and efficiency.

Responsibilities include directing personnel at screening checkpoints, addressing operational concerns, and coordinating with TSA leadership during incidents and

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Qualifying experience typically related to work performed by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Leadership experience may be gained during the same period as the specialized security experience.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review the eligibility section of the active announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervision of staff

Security operations

Leadership

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in New Providence, IA to lead screening operations and supervise the frontline officers. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and proactive staffing coordination to maintain security procedures and efficiency.

Responsibilities include directing personnel at screening checkpoints, addressing operational concerns, and coordinating with TSA leadership during incidents and