Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Operations Leader

TSA Careers Center; Ridgeville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Ridgeville, IN seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinate staffing at assigned checkpoints.

Candidates should have strong judgment, clear communication, and proven leadership ability; experience supervising officers and responding to security incidents is valued.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.

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, information, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Decision making

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Ridgeville, IN seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams, oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinate staffing at assigned checkpoints.

Candidates should have strong judgment, clear communication, and proven leadership ability; experience supervising officers and responding to security incidents is valued.