Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Airport Ops

TSA Job Listings; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Jamaica, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, ensuring staffing and procedures are carried out accurately. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

You will manage multiple checkpoints, coordinate rotations, review performance, and coordinate with airport stakeholders during

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.

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

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Operational coordination

Communication

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Jamaica, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, ensuring staffing and procedures are carried out accurately. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

You will manage multiple checkpoints, coordinate rotations, review performance, and coordinate with airport stakeholders during