Senior TSA STSO Supervisor—Airport Security Leader

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Alta, CA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage screening operations and lead teams across checkpoints and baggage screening. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, making TSA-based decisions, and mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must have at least 6 months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Alta, CA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage screening operations and lead teams across checkpoints and baggage screening. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, making TSA-based decisions, and mentoring staff.