Senior TSA Supervisory Officer – Transportation Security

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Rosendale, MO, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a team responsible for passenger and baggage screening operations across assigned checkpoints.

The role requires solid judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Expect varied shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Leadership experience typically gained as a supervisor or team lead; may require prior experience as a TSA employee.

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 operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Security operations

Staff coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Rosendale, MO, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a team responsible for passenger and baggage screening operations across assigned checkpoints.

The role requires solid judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Expect varied shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.