Senior Transportation Security Leader

TSA Job Listings; Mendenhall (Chester County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Mendenhall, PA, is looking for a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and a team of officers at the assigned airport.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, federal holidays, or overtime based on vacancy and schedule.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Mendenhall, PA, is looking for a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and a team of officers at the assigned airport.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, federal holidays, or overtime based on vacancy and schedule.