Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Huntingdon Valley, PA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of Officers. You will supervise personnel, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures under demanding security scenarios.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and emergency situations while ensuring accurate, consistent security practices.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor is preferred.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train staff, and monitor performance.

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 routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Staff coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Huntingdon Valley, PA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of Officers. You will supervise personnel, coordinate staffing, and uphold TSA procedures under demanding security scenarios.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and emergency situations while ensuring accurate, consistent security practices.