Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Tuition support

Federal benefits

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers for Portsmouth, VA to lead screening operations and oversee a team of officers at the airport. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising screening, coordinating staffing, coaching staff, and coordinating with airport stakeholders. Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and be U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Review eligibility section of vacancy announcements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Operations supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Security procedures

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers for Portsmouth, VA to lead screening operations and oversee a team of officers at the airport. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising screening, coordinating staffing, coaching staff, and coordinating with airport stakeholders. Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and be U.S.