Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – TSA Operations Lead

TSA Careers Center; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Chattanooga, TN, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations at the airport. You will supervise a team of officers, assign work, and ensure procedures are followed accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Expect varying shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed by the vacancy.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review and coach staff, manage workloads and records.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Chattanooga, TN, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations at the airport. You will supervise a team of officers, assign work, and ensure procedures are followed accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Expect varying shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed by the vacancy.