Senior Transportation Security Officer - Airport Operations

Transportation Security Jobs; Home (PA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead airport screening teams in the Home, PA area. You will oversee officers, manage passenger and baggage screening operations, and ensure consistent application of security procedures.

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

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience should be gained in roles like TSA officer or lead TSA officer and match pay-band level.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and screened baggage operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Staff coordination

Operational decision making

Security procedures knowledge

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead airport screening teams in the Home, PA area. You will oversee officers, manage passenger and baggage screening operations, and ensure consistent application of security procedures.

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