Senior TSA Supervisor: Lead Transportation Security Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Houston is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage daily screening operations and lead a team of officers at one or more checkpoints. You will coordinate staffing, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and ensure security procedures are applied consistently and accurately.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.

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 in Houston is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage daily screening operations and lead a team of officers at one or more checkpoints. You will coordinate staffing, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and ensure security procedures are applied consistently and accurately.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.