Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Bridgeport, NY, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage daily passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise officers, and lead during routine and security situations.

The role involves coordinating staffing, making security-based decisions, reviewing performance, and coordinating with airport stakeholders. Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and be prepared for varying shifts.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Review eligibility section of the vacancy announcement before applying.

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 employee rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, observation, and judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Bridgeport, NY, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage daily passenger and baggage screening operations, supervise officers, and lead during routine and security situations.

The role involves coordinating staffing, making security-based decisions, reviewing performance, and coordinating with airport stakeholders. Applicants should have relevant supervisory experience and be prepared for varying shifts.