Senior Transportation Security Supervisor (Airport Screening)

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Ellinger, TX. The role oversees TSA screening at assigned checkpoints, coordinating staff and operations to ensure procedures are followed accurately and consistently.

Candidates should have proven leadership and the ability to handle routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Leadership experience may come from prior roles as supervisor or lead officer.
• Applicants should review the official vacancy for eligibility and pay-band 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 employee 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, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Ellinger, TX. The role oversees TSA screening at assigned checkpoints, coordinating staff and operations to ensure procedures are followed accurately and consistently.

Candidates should have proven leadership and the ability to handle routine operations and fast-moving security situations.