Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Roanoke, VA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead airport screening operations. You will supervise teams, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently to protect travellers and property.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, including responding to incidents and

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must successfully complete the required background investigation and obtain security clearance.

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.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Roanoke, VA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead airport screening operations. You will supervise teams, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently to protect travellers and property.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, including responding to incidents and