Senior TSA Airport Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Career-development opportunities

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (Orange, NJ) is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and teams at the airport.

The role involves directing Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures during routine and security-critical operations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Coordinate staffing, establish priorities, and manage employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Provide coaching and feedback on employee performance.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (Orange, NJ) is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and teams at the airport.

The role involves directing Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring adherence to TSA procedures during routine and security-critical operations.