Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Newtown (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newtown, MO is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing across checkpoints and baggage screening scenarios.

The role requires strong judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents, including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Federal benefits apply.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance.
• Must be available for varying shifts and overtime when required.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newtown, MO is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing across checkpoints and baggage screening scenarios.

The role requires strong judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents, including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Federal benefits apply.