TSA Security Operations Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Belington, WV is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead and manage screening operations. You will supervise frontline officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures to ensure accurate and consistent security screening across checkpoints.

The role requires clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must pass background checks and obtain security 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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Decision making

Communication

Coaching/mentoring

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Belington, WV is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead and manage screening operations. You will supervise frontline officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures to ensure accurate and consistent security screening across checkpoints.

The role requires clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.