Senior Transportation Security Supervisor | Ops Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Glen Head (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Glen Head, NY seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams at the airport. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide during routine and security incidents.

Applicants typically have experience supervising security operations, with ongoing duties including staffing coordination, performance coaching, and incident response, along with ensuring procedures are

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.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train employees, and monitor performance.
• U.S. citizen or national and ability to obtain security clearance.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Glen Head, NY seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams at the airport. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide during routine and security incidents.

Applicants typically have experience supervising security operations, with ongoing duties including staffing coordination, performance coaching, and incident response, along with ensuring procedures are