Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in West Jordan, Utah, to lead screening operations and supervise teams across one or more checkpoints. This federal role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and sound judgment in fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include coordinating staffing, directing daily operations, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures while maintaining a secure, efficient screening

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Review eligibility and vacancy requirements per the official notice.

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 information
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine 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
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Operational coordination

Decision making

Clear communication

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in West Jordan, Utah, to lead screening operations and supervise teams across one or more checkpoints. This federal role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and sound judgment in fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include coordinating staffing, directing daily operations, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures while maintaining a secure, efficient screening