Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Wolcott (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wolcott, CT seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and coordinate screening operations across shifts and checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and fast-moving security situations.

The position emphasizes overseeing staffing, implementing TSA procedures, and ensuring accurate, consistent security practices at the assigned airport.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Leadership experience may be gained during the same period as specialized security experience.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national and must review eligibility before applying.

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, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.

Skills

Sound judgment

Clear communication

Leadership

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wolcott, CT seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and coordinate screening operations across shifts and checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and fast-moving security situations.

The position emphasizes overseeing staffing, implementing TSA procedures, and ensuring accurate, consistent security practices at the assigned airport.