Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Mount Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Mount Arlington, NJ, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead passenger and baggage screening operations and supervise frontline officers.

This role requires sound judgment, leadership across shifts, and the ability to coordinate staffing, training, and communications during routine operations and security incidents. Federal benefits apply to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising security operations or frontline staff.
• Ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.
• Clear communication and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

TSA Careers Center in Mount Arlington, NJ, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead passenger and baggage screening operations and supervise frontline officers.

This role requires sound judgment, leadership across shifts, and the ability to coordinate staffing, training, and communications during routine operations and security incidents. Federal benefits apply to eligible employees.