Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Thomaston, CT seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage personnel at one or more checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and security-critical situations.

Pay ranges from $25.00 to $50.00 per hour, with full-time appointments and rotating shifts as required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Careful review of the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement is advised.

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Thomaston, CT seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage personnel at one or more checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and security-critical situations.

Pay ranges from $25.00 to $50.00 per hour, with full-time appointments and rotating shifts as required.