Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Lead Operations

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Sarasota, Florida seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations at assigned checkpoints. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures with sound judgment and clear communication in routine and high‑stakes security moments.

This full‑time role requires flexible shifts and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• 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, information, observation, and judgment.
• 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, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Sarasota, Florida seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations at assigned checkpoints. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures with sound judgment and clear communication in routine and high‑stakes security moments.

This full‑time role requires flexible shifts and weekend coverage.