Lead Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; East Chatham (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in East Chatham, NY, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee Transport Security Officers and Lead TSOs. The role requires guiding daily decisions, ensuring adherence to procedures, and maintaining safety across checkpoints and related security activities.

The position emphasizes strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader or supervisor is typically required.
• Candidates should review the eligibility section of 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 operational information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Operations oversight

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in East Chatham, NY, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and oversee Transport Security Officers and Lead TSOs. The role requires guiding daily decisions, ensuring adherence to procedures, and maintaining safety across checkpoints and related security activities.

The position emphasizes strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and high-pressure security situations.