Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Harbeson (DE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Harbeson, DE, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage staffing across checkpoints. The role emphasizes strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct teams during routine and security-critical moments.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating with airport stakeholders, and implementing procedural improvements.

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.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees and require reviewing the eligibility section.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Supervision

Staff coordination

Security operations

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Harbeson, DE, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and manage staffing across checkpoints. The role emphasizes strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct teams during routine and security-critical moments.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating with airport stakeholders, and implementing procedural improvements.