Senior Transportation Security Supervisor: Lead & Protect

TSA Job Listings; Twin Lake (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Uniform allowance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Twin Lake, MI, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise teams responsible for passenger and baggage screening. The role involves coordinating staffing and coverage and ensuring TSA procedures are followed accurately.

The position emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising transportation-security operations or related teams.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train staff, and monitor performance.
• Leadership experience gained in security or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at the assigned checkpoint(s).
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Staff coordination

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Twin Lake, MI, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise teams responsible for passenger and baggage screening. The role involves coordinating staffing and coverage and ensuring TSA procedures are followed accurately.

The position emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.