Lead TSA Transportation Security Supervisor – Airport Ops

TSA Job Listings; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Federal retirement program

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Milford, TX seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to oversee screening operations and staff. You will supervise officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and lead during routine and urgent security situations.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage during fast-moving security events, with shift work and possible overtime.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience pointing to work as a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train staff, maintain records, and resolve workplace concerns.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and manage staffing 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 and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Clear communication

Screening operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Milford, TX seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to oversee screening operations and staff. You will supervise officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and lead during routine and urgent security situations.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage during fast-moving security events, with shift work and possible overtime.