Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Raytown (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Raytown to manage security screening operations. The role requires leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to supervise teams across checkpoints and baggage operations at the assigned airport.

Responsibilities include coordinating staff, implementing TSA procedures, and ensuring safety and efficiency in daily security activities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor to distribute workloads and train staff.
• Candidates should review the eligibility section of the active vacancy before applying.

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Raytown to manage security screening operations. The role requires leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to supervise teams across checkpoints and baggage operations at the assigned airport.

Responsibilities include coordinating staff, implementing TSA procedures, and ensuring safety and efficiency in daily security activities.