Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newton is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations and lead a team of officers at the assigned checkpoint. The role requires sound judgment and strong communication to manage shifts and ensure procedures are followed.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and making security decisions per TSA guidelines.

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 employee rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newton is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations and lead a team of officers at the assigned checkpoint. The role requires sound judgment and strong communication to manage shifts and ensure procedures are followed.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and making security decisions per TSA guidelines.