Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Airport Ops Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Hebbronville (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Career development opportunities

Tuition support

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Hebbronville, TX. The role centers on leading screening operations, directing officers, and ensuring security procedures are applied accurately and consistently.

Candidates should bring proven leadership in security operations, readiness for varied shifts, and the ability to communicate clearly under pressure.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation‑security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national per eligibility requirements.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Security operations oversight

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Hebbronville, TX. The role centers on leading screening operations, directing officers, and ensuring security procedures are applied accurately and consistently.

Candidates should bring proven leadership in security operations, readiness for varied shifts, and the ability to communicate clearly under pressure.