Airport Security Operations Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Millvale, PA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. The role involves leading Transportation Security Officers and overseeing screening operations.

Applicants should have strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise shifts, manage performance, and coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership. This is a full-time position with diverse shifts and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor, delegating workloads and training staff.
• Eligibility and pay-band requirements apply as described in the vacancy announcement.

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 and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and operations.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Staff coordination

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Millvale, PA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. The role involves leading Transportation Security Officers and overseeing screening operations.

Applicants should have strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise shifts, manage performance, and coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership. This is a full-time position with diverse shifts and potential overtime.