Senior TSA Supervisor — Screening Operations Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Oakwood, VA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at the airport. The role involves supervising TSOs, coordinating staffing, and ensuring compliant, timely security procedures across assigned checkpoints.

The position requires leadership experience, ability to handle routine and emergency situations, and flexibility to work varied shifts including nights and holidays. Federal benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations (passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo).
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Security operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Oakwood, VA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at the airport. The role involves supervising TSOs, coordinating staffing, and ensuring compliant, timely security procedures across assigned checkpoints.

The position requires leadership experience, ability to handle routine and emergency situations, and flexibility to work varied shifts including nights and holidays. Federal benefits accompany the role.