Lead TSA Security Supervisor — Airport Screening Leader

TSA Careers Center; East Calais (VT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal health insurance

Paid federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in East Calais, VT seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead and manage screening operations and personnel. The role involves supervising Officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring security procedures are followed consistently at the assigned airport.

The STSO position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Ability to distribute workloads and coach staff.
• Strong judgment in security situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations.
• Coordinate staffing and coverage for checkpoints and other screening activities.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in East Calais, VT seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) to lead and manage screening operations and personnel. The role involves supervising Officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring security procedures are followed consistently at the assigned airport.

The STSO position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.