Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Lead & Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Griffith, IN is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead and coordinate security operations across screening checkpoints. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing while applying TSA procedures and best practices.

This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising security personnel or similar teams is required.
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions in fast-moving situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee checkpoint and screening operations for passengers and baggage.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staffing rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Griffith, IN is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead and coordinate security operations across screening checkpoints. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing while applying TSA procedures and best practices.

This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.