Senior TSA Security Supervisor — Lead Operations & People

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

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime may be required

Federal benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Kingwood, WV is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond quickly in security situations.

The position offers full-time employment with varying shifts, including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a Work Leader/Team Leader or Supervisor for at least six months.

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 judgement.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Kingwood, WV is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage teams across multiple checkpoints. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond quickly in security situations.

The position offers full-time employment with varying shifts, including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.