Senior TSA Supervisor - Transportation Security Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term care insurance

Paid leave

Federal holidays

Retirement plan (TSP)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Gloucester, VA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead the screening teams and oversee daily operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

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

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Current TSA employees may have preference for vacancies.

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 and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Operational judgment

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Gloucester, VA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead the screening teams and oversee daily operations. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

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