Senior Transportation Security Supervisor – Operations Lead

TSA Job Listings; Addison Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Addison, PA, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to oversee daily screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing across checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and high-stress security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and six

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee screening operations for passengers and baggage.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee 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 emergency situations.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, in Addison, PA, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to oversee daily screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing across checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and high-stress security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and six