Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid federal leave

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Moriah Center, NY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and mentor teams in a dynamic security environment.

You will supervise officers, allocate resources, and make critical security decisions while ensuring compliance with procedures and safety standards. This role requires strong judgment, communication, and the ability to manage schedules across shifts.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Eligibility may be limited to current TSA employees per vacancy.

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 valid information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Supervision

Job description

TSA Careers Center in Moriah Center, NY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and mentor teams in a dynamic security environment.

You will supervise officers, allocate resources, and make critical security decisions while ensuring compliance with procedures and safety standards. This role requires strong judgment, communication, and the ability to manage schedules across shifts.