Senior Transportation Security Supervisor | Lead TSO Oversight

TSA Job Listings; Otis (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Flexible spending accounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Otis, KS is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will supervise a team of screeners, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinate staffing to ensure secure and efficient airport operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

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.
• Review the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement before applying.

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 professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Otis, KS is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will supervise a team of screeners, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinate staffing to ensure secure and efficient airport operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.