Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Screening Ops

TSA Job Listings; Lake City (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, based in Lake City, CO, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and staffing across checkpoints. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate coverage, and ensure TSA procedures are followed under demanding conditions.

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

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience related to a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer that meets the applicable pay-band level.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader or supervisor with workload distribution and coaching responsibilities.
• Leadership experience may be gained during the same period as the specialized security experience.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible 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 rotations and 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, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, based in Lake City, CO, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and staffing across checkpoints. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate coverage, and ensure TSA procedures are followed under demanding conditions.

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