Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Lead Screening Ops

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) in Plainfield, NJ, to lead screening operations and manage staffing at one or more checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Key duties include supervising officers, coordinating with airport stakeholders, making security-based decisions, and preparing incident reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) in Plainfield, NJ, to lead screening operations and manage staffing at one or more checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Key duties include supervising officers, coordinating with airport stakeholders, making security-based decisions, and preparing incident reports.