TSA Screening Operations Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Cardiff By The Sea, CA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and staff coordination at the airport. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Typical duties include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening operations, assigning work, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Candidates must also generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Cardiff By The Sea, CA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and staff coordination at the airport. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Typical duties include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening operations, assigning work, and coordinating