Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Federal Benefits

TSA Careers Center; Colton (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Colton, OH is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and supervise officers across checkpoints. You will coordinate staffing, delegate tasks, and uphold TSA procedures in dynamic security environments.

The role requires sound judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Expect varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Candidates should have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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 operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Colton, OH is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and supervise officers across checkpoints. You will coordinate staffing, delegate tasks, and uphold TSA procedures in dynamic security environments.

The role requires sound judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Expect varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.