Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Airport Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Lakemont, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

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.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

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

Clear communication

Judgment

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Lakemont, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

The role requires sound judgment and clear communication, with the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.