Senior Transportation Security Supervisor (Lead TSO)

Transportation Security Jobs; Southwest City (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration’s Supervisory Transportation Security Officer role at South West City, MO coordinates screening operations and leads a team of STSOs. The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shift coverage across multiple screening points.

Selected candidates will oversee staff, ensure adherence to TSA procedures, and respond to incidents, with eligibility for federal benefits and a competitive pay range of $25.00–$50.00 per

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience in supervision of transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement for current TSA employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and judgment.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law‑enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration’s Supervisory Transportation Security Officer role at South West City, MO coordinates screening operations and leads a team of STSOs. The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shift coverage across multiple screening points.

Selected candidates will oversee staff, ensure adherence to TSA procedures, and respond to incidents, with eligibility for federal benefits and a competitive pay range of $25.00–$50.00 per