TSA Supervisory Lead: Entry-Level Security Officer

TSA Job Listings; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Dickson, TN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers. The role involves coordinating shifts, making security-based decisions, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures.

Applicants should have 1+ year in supervising security operations, plus experience as a work leader, with eligibility for required clearances and the ability to work varied hours including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• 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.

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, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Dickson, TN is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers. The role involves coordinating shifts, making security-based decisions, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures.

Applicants should have 1+ year in supervising security operations, plus experience as a work leader, with eligibility for required clearances and the ability to work varied hours including nights and weekends.