Airport Security Operations Lead — TSA Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Chesterfield, MA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise teams across checkpoints. You will assign work, coordinate staffing, respond to incidents, and ensure compliance with TSA procedures.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work varied shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• Ability to review procedures and provide coaching to officers.
• Must meet pay-band level and have leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee screening operations for passengers, carry-on, and checked baggage.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide feedback and coaching.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to procedures and staffing.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Clear communication

Decision making under pressure

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Chesterfield, MA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise teams across checkpoints. You will assign work, coordinate staffing, respond to incidents, and ensure compliance with TSA procedures.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work varied shifts, including nights and weekends.