Senior Transportation Security Supervisor (STS Ops)

TSA Job Listings; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Grizzly Flats, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage screening operations, supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures. The role calls for sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security situations.

Applicants typically need at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations, plus six months in a leadership

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Candidates must also generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible temporary TSA employees. Applicants should carefully review the eligibility section of the active 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 Grizzly Flats, CA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage screening operations, supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures. The role calls for sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security situations.

Applicants typically need at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations, plus six months in a leadership