Senior Transportation Security Supervisor (Full-Time)

TSA Job Listings; Highland Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Federal retirement program & Thrift_Sn

Paid leave & federal holidays

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Highland Lakes, NJ is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams at airport screening checkpoints. The role includes supervising officers, coordinating screening operations, and making security decisions under TSA protocols.

Strong leadership, communication, and operational judgment are essential, with shifts including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• ≥6 months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review the eligibility section of the vacancy announcement before applying.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate 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 workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Highland Lakes, NJ is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams at airport screening checkpoints. The role includes supervising officers, coordinating screening operations, and making security decisions under TSA protocols.

Strong leadership, communication, and operational judgment are essential, with shifts including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.