Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Redwood City, CA, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise Security Officers. You will oversee passenger screening, assign work shifts, and ensure adherence to procedures, while coordinating with airport partners and TSA leadership.

Applicants typically need prior supervision experience in security, plus a demonstrated ability to manage workloads and coach staff.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.

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 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 incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing

Skills

Supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Communication

Security procedures

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Redwood City, CA, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise Security Officers. You will oversee passenger screening, assign work shifts, and ensure adherence to procedures, while coordinating with airport partners and TSA leadership.

Applicants typically need prior supervision experience in security, plus a demonstrated ability to manage workloads and coach staff.