Senior TSA Security Supervisor: Lead & Ops

TSA Job Listings; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (TSA retirement)

Paid leave and federal holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Transportation subsidies

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Cupertino is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and lead a team of officers across multiple checkpoints. The role emphasizes decisive leadership, adherence to TSA procedures, and effective coordination with airport stakeholders.

The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and high-pressure security situations, including

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be at least 18 years old when applying.
• Must successfully complete the required background investigation.

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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Cupertino is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and lead a team of officers across multiple checkpoints. The role emphasizes decisive leadership, adherence to TSA procedures, and effective coordination with airport stakeholders.

The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and high-pressure security situations, including