TSA Supervisory Officer: Lead Screening & Operations

TSA Careers Center; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal health, dental, vision

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Fredericksburg, TX seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and teams across checkpoints. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure consistent application of security procedures.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security incidents. Eligibility typically includes relevant experience and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Requires judgment to supervise security operations and staff.
• Experience leading transportation-security teams or officers preferred.
• Citizenship and background requirements per federal rules.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and rotate staff as needed.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Fredericksburg, TX seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and teams across checkpoints. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure consistent application of security procedures.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security incidents. Eligibility typically includes relevant experience and U.S. citizenship.