Senior Transportation Security Officer — Lead & Operations

TSA Careers Center; South Butler (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Federal retirement program

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in South Butler, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, oversee screening operations, assign work, and coordinate staffing.

Candidates should have at least one year of specialized security experience, be a U.S. citizen, and be able to obtain a security clearance. The role includes variable shifts, federal holidays, and potential overtime, with a pay range of $25–$50 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Eligibility tied to pay-band level in vacancy announcement.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and observations.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Job description

TSA Careers Center in South Butler, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, oversee screening operations, assign work, and coordinate staffing.

Candidates should have at least one year of specialized security experience, be a U.S. citizen, and be able to obtain a security clearance. The role includes variable shifts, federal holidays, and potential overtime, with a pay range of $25–$50 per hour.