Senior TSA Security Operations Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Denham Springs (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, Denham Springs, LA, seeks a supervisory officer to oversee passenger and baggage screening teams. The role involves directing screenings, coordinating shifts, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures to maintain security and efficiency at the checkpoint.

The position requires experience supervising security operations, strong leadership, and the ability to coach staff, handle emergencies, and

Qualifications

• Specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations (1+ year).
• Experience as work leader, team leader, or supervisor (6 months+).
• Ability to distribute workloads, train staff, and monitor performance.

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, information, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law enforcement, and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, Denham Springs, LA, seeks a supervisory officer to oversee passenger and baggage screening teams. The role involves directing screenings, coordinating shifts, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures to maintain security and efficiency at the checkpoint.

The position requires experience supervising security operations, strong leadership, and the ability to coach staff, handle emergencies, and