Airport Security Supervisor & Screening Operations Lead

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in MC Knightstown, PA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer with proven leadership to oversee screening operations and staff assignments. You will direct TSA personnel, coordinate shifts, and respond to security incidents while ensuring compliance with federal procedures.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.

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 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 and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.

Skills

Staff supervision

Operations oversight

Decision making

Clear communication

Staff scheduling

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in MC Knightstown, PA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer with proven leadership to oversee screening operations and staff assignments. You will direct TSA personnel, coordinate shifts, and respond to security incidents while ensuring compliance with federal procedures.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure situations.