Senior TSA Supervisor: Lead Airport Security & Ops

TSA Job Listings; Tennessee; On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (TSA) in Guild, TN, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations, supervise staff, and coordinate coverage across checkpoints and baggage screening.

Ideal candidates bring strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations. Role may require varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays depending on unit needs.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• 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, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Clear communication

Sound judgment

Staff supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (TSA) in Guild, TN, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations, supervise staff, and coordinate coverage across checkpoints and baggage screening.

Ideal candidates bring strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations. Role may require varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays depending on unit needs.