Senior TSA Security Supervisor — Lead Airport Screening

Transportation Security Jobs; Taylor (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Taylor, LA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise staff at one or more checkpoints. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, and coordinate rotations to ensure efficient, secure operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

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; able to obtain security clearance.

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 and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Taylor, LA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise staff at one or more checkpoints. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign work, and coordinate rotations to ensure efficient, secure operations.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.