Senior Transportation Security Supervisor: Screening

Transportation Security Jobs; Newark (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at Newark, AR. The role leads a team of screening officers, assigns work, and ensures procedures are followed accurately under pressure.

The successful candidate will have prior supervisory experience, strong judgment, and the ability to coordinate with airport staff and TSA leadership to maintain security and efficiency.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Preference for current TSA employees or those with eligibility in the vacancy.

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 judgment
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff coordination

Decision making under pressure

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at Newark, AR. The role leads a team of screening officers, assigns work, and ensures procedures are followed accurately under pressure.

The successful candidate will have prior supervisory experience, strong judgment, and the ability to coordinate with airport staff and TSA leadership to maintain security and efficiency.