Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Lead Operations

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Leckrone, PA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to manage screening operations and guide a team of Officers at the airport. The role focuses on leadership, staffing oversight, and adherence to TSA procedures in routine and security-critical situations.

The position requires the ability to supervise daily operations, make timely security decisions, and coordinate with stakeholders and

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team lead, or supervisor carrying out workload distribution and staff training.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility section of the vacancy announcement.

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.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Leckrone, PA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to manage screening operations and guide a team of Officers at the airport. The role focuses on leadership, staffing oversight, and adherence to TSA procedures in routine and security-critical situations.

The position requires the ability to supervise daily operations, make timely security decisions, and coordinate with stakeholders and