Senior Transportation Security Supervisor | Lead & Ops

TSA Careers Center; Avondale (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Uniform allowance

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Avondale, PA is actively seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and lead field teams. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out consistently.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in both routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• Experience as a work leader or supervisor is preferred.
• Eligibility review per official vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo screening
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Operational decision-making

Clear communication

Judgment

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Avondale, PA is actively seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and lead field teams. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out consistently.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in both routine operations and fast-moving security situations.