Lead TSA Security Supervisor: Guide Screenings & Teams

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Elizabeth seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead screening operations and manage a team of officers. This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise during routine and fast-moving security situations.

You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, respond to incidents, and ensure procedures are followed, with variable shifts and federal overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a Transportation Security Officer or Lead TSO preferred.
• Pay-band level must match vacancy announcement.
• Leadership experience supervising staff.

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 employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Judgment

Team supervision

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Elizabeth seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead screening operations and manage a team of officers. This role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise during routine and fast-moving security situations.

You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, respond to incidents, and ensure procedures are followed, with variable shifts and federal overtime as needed.