Lead Transportation Security Officer — Airport Security Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term-care insurance

Paid leave

Federal holidays

Retirement plan (Thrift Savings Plan)

FSAs (Flexible Spending Accounts)

Employee assistance resources

Career development opportunities

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

TSAs Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities are based in Bath, PA. This role guides Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinating shifts and operations across screening points and baggage operations.

Expect leadership, rapid decision-making, and active engagement with airport stakeholders. The position requires a year of supervisory security experience, plus six months in a lead role.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

TSAs Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities are based in Bath, PA. This role guides Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinating shifts and operations across screening points and baggage operations.

Expect leadership, rapid decision-making, and active engagement with airport stakeholders. The position requires a year of supervisory security experience, plus six months in a lead role.