Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Airport Operations

TSA Careers Center; Mayfield (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Mayfield, KY, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee teams of officers. You will coordinate staffing, ensure adherence to procedures, and make quick, security-focused decisions under varying shifts and emergencies.

This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and proven leadership to maintain safe, efficient security operations at the airport.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national status.
• Able to complete a background investigation and obtain security clearance.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including federal holidays.

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 development feedback

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Mayfield, KY, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee teams of officers. You will coordinate staffing, ensure adherence to procedures, and make quick, security-focused decisions under varying shifts and emergencies.

This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and proven leadership to maintain safe, efficient security operations at the airport.