Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Pennington (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at Pennington, AL. The role requires leadership of Officers and Lead Officers, assigning work and ensuring procedures meet security standards.

The position emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a TSA officer or lead TSA officer preferred.
• Must meet pay-band level and have at least six months in a leadership role.
• Current TSA employees may be eligible for vacancies.

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 and experience.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at Pennington, AL. The role requires leadership of Officers and Lead Officers, assigning work and ensuring procedures meet security standards.

The position emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.