Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Lead Screening Ops

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

Job summary

The Supervisory Transportation Security Officer role at TSA Careers Center in Squire, WV, places you in charge of supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinating staffing, and guiding daily screening operations at the airport. Strong leadership and judgment are essential to ensure security procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, and coordinate across shifts and teams.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national; able to obtain security clearance.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Job description

The Supervisory Transportation Security Officer role at TSA Careers Center in Squire, WV, places you in charge of supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinating staffing, and guiding daily screening operations at the airport. Strong leadership and judgment are essential to ensure security procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, and coordinate across shifts and teams.