Senior TSA Security Operations Lead

TSA Careers Center; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Buckeye, AZ seeks experienced supervisory officers to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations. You will assign work, monitor performance, and coordinate coverage across shifts to maintain security and efficiency.

Strong leadership and decision-making are essential for daily operational readiness. Applicants should have prior experience in supervision within security operations and be able to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage 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.
• Coordinate with incident responses and emergency actions.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Engage with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Coaching

Operations oversight

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Buckeye, AZ seeks experienced supervisory officers to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations. You will assign work, monitor performance, and coordinate coverage across shifts to maintain security and efficiency.

Strong leadership and decision-making are essential for daily operational readiness. Applicants should have prior experience in supervision within security operations and be able to work varied shifts.