Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Lead & Operations (TSA)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Paid leave

Uniform allowance

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Wisner, NE seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff across multiple checkpoints. You will guide teams, enforce TSA procedures, and respond to security incidents with decisive, safety-focused leadership.

Qualified applicants typically have prior supervisory experience in transportation-security settings and can work varied shifts as needed. This role offers federal benefits and opportunities within the DHS framework.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months in a lead or supervisory role
• Prior experience with TSA roles or leadership is common for eligibility

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at checkpoints
• Assign work and coordinate staff coverage and schedules
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and situational awareness
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies
• Prepare briefings, logs, and incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Staff supervision

Clear communication

Job description

TSA Careers Center in Wisner, NE seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff across multiple checkpoints. You will guide teams, enforce TSA procedures, and respond to security incidents with decisive, safety-focused leadership.

Qualified applicants typically have prior supervisory experience in transportation-security settings and can work varied shifts as needed. This role offers federal benefits and opportunities within the DHS framework.