Senior TSO: Lead Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Trinidad, CO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to manage TSA screening operations and lead a team of officers across multiple screening functions.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations, including coordinating with airport stakeholders and responding to incidents.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility in the vacancy announcement.

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 information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee 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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Trinidad, CO seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to manage TSA screening operations and lead a team of officers across multiple screening functions.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations, including coordinating with airport stakeholders and responding to incidents.