Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Lead & Ops

Transportation Security Jobs; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Lexington, KY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations. The role supervises TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinates staffing, and ensures procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

Responsibilities include coordinating operations at checkpoints, reviewing performance, and addressing routine workplace concerns while managing security incidents and briefings as

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• U.S. citizenship or national status is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and cargo-screening operations at the assigned checkpoint.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.

Skills

Supervision

Team leadership

Operational coordination

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Lexington, KY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations. The role supervises TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinates staffing, and ensures procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

Responsibilities include coordinating operations at checkpoints, reviewing performance, and addressing routine workplace concerns while managing security incidents and briefings as