Transportation Security Operations Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at Paauilo, Hawaii. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment and clear communication to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, potentially overseeing one or

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national; ability to obtain required clearance.

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 employee 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 employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at Paauilo, Hawaii. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment and clear communication to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, potentially overseeing one or