Senior Transportation Security Supervisor (Airport Ops)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Federal retirement program

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Ellettsville, Indiana. The role focuses on leading Transportation Security Officers and ensuring efficient passenger and baggage screening operations at the assigned checkpoint(s).

Ideal candidates will demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead under routine and high-pressure security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Careful review of the active vacancy announcement; eligibility may depend on current TSA status.

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
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Ellettsville, Indiana. The role focuses on leading Transportation Security Officers and ensuring efficient passenger and baggage screening operations at the assigned checkpoint(s).

Ideal candidates will demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead under routine and high-pressure security situations.