Senior TSA Security Operations Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Cleveland, MS. You will supervise STSOs, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Lead teams, make security-based decisions, and communicate effectively with airport stakeholders. The role requires readiness for varied shifts and strict adherence to federal standards, with duties spanning incident response

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national status is required.
• Must pass background investigation and obtain security clearance.
• Current TSA employees may be preferred for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set 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 and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staffing coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Cleveland, MS. You will supervise STSOs, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Lead teams, make security-based decisions, and communicate effectively with airport stakeholders. The role requires readiness for varied shifts and strict adherence to federal standards, with duties spanning incident response