TSA Supervisory Security Officer – Airport Operations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Federal retirement program

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Salem, VA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations at the airport.

You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and assign work with priority scheduling. This is a full-time position with federal benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Background investigation must be completed successfully.
• At least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• Experience leading a team and coordinating staffing.

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 and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

leadership

staff coordination

clear communication

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Salem, VA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and coordinate daily operations at the airport.

You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and assign work with priority scheduling. This is a full-time position with federal benefits and growth opportunities.