Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Lead Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Career development

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Buxton, NC is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate operations at the airport. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage staffing, shifts, and incidents in fast-moving security environments.

Full-time position with pay between $25 and $50 per hour, and includes federal benefits and opportunities for career development. Must be a U.S.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Current TSA employees may have eligibility considerations; review vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leaves and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports for management.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Staff coordination

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Buxton, NC is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate operations at the airport. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage staffing, shifts, and incidents in fast-moving security environments.

Full-time position with pay between $25 and $50 per hour, and includes federal benefits and opportunities for career development. Must be a U.S.