Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Travel Security Careers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Federal retirement program

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Troy, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and manage daily staffing and procedures. This role requires sound judgment and clear communication to supervise teams across passenger and baggage screening at the airport.

Responsibilities include coordinating rotations, making security-based decisions, and ensuring procedures are carried out accurately.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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 professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to procedures, staffing plans, and operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Troy, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead screening operations and manage daily staffing and procedures. This role requires sound judgment and clear communication to supervise teams across passenger and baggage screening at the airport.

Responsibilities include coordinating rotations, making security-based decisions, and ensuring procedures are carried out accurately.