Senior TSA Supervisor: Security Operations Leader

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in El Dorado, KS, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSOs) to lead screening operations and supervise Officers and Lead Officers at the airport. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include overseeing various screening operations, coordinating staffing, and making TSA-based decisions while ensuring procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Eligibility is often limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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

Skills

Supervisory experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in El Dorado, KS, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSOs) to lead screening operations and supervise Officers and Lead Officers at the airport. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include overseeing various screening operations, coordinating staffing, and making TSA-based decisions while ensuring procedures are followed.