Transportation Security Supervisor — Lead Ops & Coaching

Transportation Security Jobs; Mount Olive (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Mount Olive, MS seeks an experienced supervisor to oversee transportation-security operations, supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, and coordinate screening of passengers, baggage and cargo.

The role requires at least one year of specialized supervisory experience, ability to assign work, review performance, handle emergencies, and work varied shifts. Full-time, pay range $25.00–$50.00 per hour; federal benefits apply.

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.
• Certain supervisory vacancies may be limited to current 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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law enforcement, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Mount Olive, MS seeks an experienced supervisor to oversee transportation-security operations, supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, and coordinate screening of passengers, baggage and cargo.

The role requires at least one year of specialized supervisory experience, ability to assign work, review performance, handle emergencies, and work varied shifts. Full-time, pay range $25.00–$50.00 per hour; federal benefits apply.