Senior TSA Supervisor - Lead Transportation Security Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Thornton, WV seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSOs) to lead screening operations and guide a team of officers across passenger and baggage screening.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts, coordinate staffing, and implement TSA procedures to maintain security and efficiency at the assigned airport.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Current TSA employees may be eligible and some vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible temporary TSA staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, observation, and judgment.
• 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 as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Thornton, WV seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSOs) to lead screening operations and guide a team of officers across passenger and baggage screening.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts, coordinate staffing, and implement TSA procedures to maintain security and efficiency at the assigned airport.