Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Flexible Shifts

TSA Careers Center; Dennis Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in South Seaville, NJ seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff across checkpoints. You will supervise Officers and coordinate resources, ensuring timely, secure, and compliant performance of duties in fast‑moving environments.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct during routine and emergency security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.

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 and checkpoint disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in South Seaville, NJ seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff across checkpoints. You will supervise Officers and coordinate resources, ensuring timely, secure, and compliant performance of duties in fast‑moving environments.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct during routine and emergency security situations.