Senior TSA Transportation Security Leader

Transportation Security Jobs; Virginia; 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 and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, King William, VA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead teams and oversee passenger screening operations. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and apply TSA procedures across checkpoints, ensuring accurate and consistent security performance.

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

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation‑security operations.
• Ability to supervise and lead TSA personnel and coordinate staffing.
• Demonstrated judgment, clear communication, and leadership in security contexts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgments.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, King William, VA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead teams and oversee passenger screening operations. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and apply TSA procedures across checkpoints, ensuring accurate and consistent security performance.

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