Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Takoma Park (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement program access

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Takoma Park, MD is hiring Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and ensure security procedures are followed.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise at multiple checkpoints, with shifts including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

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.
• Review eligibility and vacancy requirements as outlined in the official announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage-screening operations at assigned checkpoints.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational data.
• Provide coaching and feedback on employee performance.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions at checkpoints.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and incident reports for management.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team supervision

Clear communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Takoma Park, MD is hiring Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and ensure security procedures are followed.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise at multiple checkpoints, with shifts including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.