Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Lead Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid federal holidays

Retirement program (Thrift Savings)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Cudahy, Wisconsin, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead security screening teams and oversee daily airport operations. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and making TSA-based decisions.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review eligibility and pay-band requirements per vacancy announcement.

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 available information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Cudahy, Wisconsin, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead security screening teams and oversee daily airport operations. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and making TSA-based decisions.