Senior TSA Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Burkeville, VA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers at one or more screening checkpoints. This role calls for sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine operations and security incidents.

As a full-time supervisor, you may work varying shifts and overtime.

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.
• Review eligibility and vacancy-specific requirements noted in the official vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Burkeville, VA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers at one or more screening checkpoints. This role calls for sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine operations and security incidents.

As a full-time supervisor, you may work varying shifts and overtime.