Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Lead Ops

TSA Job Listings; Hector (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Hector, NY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, manage staffing, and ensure screening procedures are applied consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Responsibilities include coordinating checkpoints, assigning work, approving leave, and liaising with airport stakeholders as needed.

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.
• Applicants should carefully review the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement before applying.

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 in Hector, NY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, manage staffing, and ensure screening procedures are applied consistently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents. Responsibilities include coordinating checkpoints, assigning work, approving leave, and liaising with airport stakeholders as needed.