Airport Security Operations Leader

TSA Careers Center; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Retirement program (Thrift Savings)

Flexible spending accounts

Uniform allowance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in New Brunswick, NJ seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer candidates to lead screening teams and manage daily operations. You will supervise multiple officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold security procedures across passenger and baggage screening.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, including overtime and varied

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or U.S. national
• At least 18 years old
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance
• Willingness to work varying shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment
• Review performance and provide coaching
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies
• Prepare logs, briefings, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Staff coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in New Brunswick, NJ seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer candidates to lead screening teams and manage daily operations. You will supervise multiple officers, coordinate staffing, and uphold security procedures across passenger and baggage screening.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, including overtime and varied