Senior TSA Supervisor: Lead Screening Operations

Transportation Security Jobs; White Hall (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, based in White Hall, VA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations. The role requires directing staff, ensuring compliance with TSA procedures, and maintaining high security standards.

Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and the ability to manage shifts, performance, and incident responses across multiple checkpoints.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Candidates should have at least six months leading a team or work unit.
• Eligibility may be limited to current TSA employees depending on the vacancy.

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 operational 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, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing coordination

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, based in White Hall, VA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations. The role requires directing staff, ensuring compliance with TSA procedures, and maintaining high security standards.

Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and the ability to manage shifts, performance, and incident responses across multiple checkpoints.