Senior Transportation Security Supervisor | Lead Screening

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Hooper, NE seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise teams, and coordinate staffing at one or more screening points.

Candidates should have strong judgment and clear communication, with the ability to respond swiftly to security incidents. The role may require varied shifts, overtime, and adherence to federal standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading transportation-security operations or similar.
• Ability to assign work and coordinate rotations.
• Strong judgment and effective communication to coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate coverage.
• 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.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Operational coordination

Clear communication

Decision making

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Hooper, NE seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise teams, and coordinate staffing at one or more screening points.

Candidates should have strong judgment and clear communication, with the ability to respond swiftly to security incidents. The role may require varied shifts, overtime, and adherence to federal standards.