Senior Transportation Security Officer — Operations Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; West Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave & holidays

Tuition support

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in West Long Branch, NJ is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will supervise officers, oversee screening operations, and coordinate staffing and coverage for multiple checkpoints.

You will also make security-based decisions and provide coaching to your team. The role demands sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security incidents.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current TSA employees; review eligibility.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required background and security clearances.

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 judgement.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and 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 abilities

Clear communication

Decision-making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in West Long Branch, NJ is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will supervise officers, oversee screening operations, and coordinate staffing and coverage for multiple checkpoints.

You will also make security-based decisions and provide coaching to your team. The role demands sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security incidents.