Senior TSA Supervisor: Lead Security Screening Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Russell, KS, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams, manage daily operations, and ensure safety and efficiency at the checkpoint. The selected candidate will oversee staffing, provide coaching, and coordinate with airport partners on security procedures.

The role requires prior supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and the ability to work variable shifts,

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Current TSA employees may have priority depending on the vacancy notice.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Team Leadership

Coaching

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Russell, KS, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams, manage daily operations, and ensure safety and efficiency at the checkpoint. The selected candidate will oversee staffing, provide coaching, and coordinate with airport partners on security procedures.

The role requires prior supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and the ability to work variable shifts,