Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Whittemore (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities at Whittemore, IA. The role involves supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSO, coordinating staffing, and ensuring security procedures are carried out with sound judgment and clear communication.

Typical duties include overseeing passenger and baggage screening operations, assigning work, making TSA-based decisions, reviewing performance, and coordinating with

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.
• Experience reviewing performance and providing coaching or feedback.

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 staff 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, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Staff supervision

Decision making under pressure

Communication

Team leadership

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities at Whittemore, IA. The role involves supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSO, coordinating staffing, and ensuring security procedures are carried out with sound judgment and clear communication.

Typical duties include overseeing passenger and baggage screening operations, assigning work, making TSA-based decisions, reviewing performance, and coordinating with