Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Checkpoint Ops

TSA Job Listings; Green Lane (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) for Green Lane, PA. The role focuses on supervising officers and coordinating screening operations to maintain security procedures.

Position requires strong judgment and clear communication, with duties including staffing coordination, incident response, and leadership across checkpoints and related activities.

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.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance and pass pre-employment drug screening.

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 operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) for Green Lane, PA. The role focuses on supervising officers and coordinating screening operations to maintain security procedures.

Position requires strong judgment and clear communication, with duties including staffing coordination, incident response, and leadership across checkpoints and related activities.