Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Lead Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Health insurance

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Oceanside is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead TSA officers and manage screening operations. You will supervise a team, assign work, and coordinate coverage across shifts, ensuring safety and efficiency at the checkpoint.

The role requires decision-making using TSA procedures, coaching staff, and addressing workplace concerns. It involves coordination with airport partners and responding to incidents while maintaining strict security standards.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations; lead officers and coordinate workloads.
• Experience as a supervisor or team lead with the ability to train, monitor performance, and handle workplace concerns.
• Candidates should review the official vacancy announcement for pay-band eligibility and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and available information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Screening operations

Staff supervision

Operational coordination

Decision making

Job description

TSA Careers Center in Oceanside is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead TSA officers and manage screening operations. You will supervise a team, assign work, and coordinate coverage across shifts, ensuring safety and efficiency at the checkpoint.

The role requires decision-making using TSA procedures, coaching staff, and addressing workplace concerns. It involves coordination with airport partners and responding to incidents while maintaining strict security standards.