Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Parkesburg (Chester County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Parkesburg, PA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing across checkpoints and related activities. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising Officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, and coordinating with airport partners.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• Experience as a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer is preferred.
• Review the official vacancy announcement for the exact pay-band level and requirements.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Parkesburg, PA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing across checkpoints and related activities. The role requires judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising Officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, and coordinating with airport partners.