Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Airport Ops Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Whiteville, NC seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams across checkpoints. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and be able to oversee staffing, coordinate coverage, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures and security standards at the airport.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Whiteville, NC seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams across checkpoints. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and be able to oversee staffing, coordinate coverage, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures and security standards at the airport.