Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Lead Airport Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Custar, OH invites applicants for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities. You will lead screens, oversee passenger and baggage operations, assign work, and ensure procedures meet TSA standards at the assigned airport.

The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security incidents, with potential shifts including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review the eligibility section of the vacancy announcement and ensure compliance.

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 professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback to staff.
• 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, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Team leadership

Decision making

Communication

Shift flexibility

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Custar, OH invites applicants for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities. You will lead screens, oversee passenger and baggage operations, assign work, and ensure procedures meet TSA standards at the assigned airport.

The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security incidents, with potential shifts including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime.