TSA Supervisory Security Officer — Lead & Screen Operations

Transportation Security Jobs; Severn (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Severn, NC seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers at the airport. The role emphasizes clear communication, judgment, and the ability to manage during routine and high-pressure security situations.

Applicants typically have relevant experience and may be current TSA employees. The position includes coordination with TSA leadership and airport stakeholders, as well as the

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Eligibility typically restricted to current TSA employees.

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
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Skills

Supervision

Team leadership

Communication

Judgment

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Severn, NC seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers at the airport. The role emphasizes clear communication, judgment, and the ability to manage during routine and high-pressure security situations.

Applicants typically have relevant experience and may be current TSA employees. The position includes coordination with TSA leadership and airport stakeholders, as well as the