Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Avella, PA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage personnel and daily screening operations at the airport. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are applied accurately in routine and high-pressure situations.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of specialized experience supervising security operations and at least 6 months in a supervisory role.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 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 performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Avella, PA, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage personnel and daily screening operations at the airport. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are applied accurately in routine and high-pressure situations.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of specialized experience supervising security operations and at least 6 months in a supervisory role.