Senior TSA Operations Supervisor — Lead Screening & Security

TSA Careers Center; Lincoln University (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Lincoln University, PA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and supervise officers at the assigned checkpoint(s).

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, federal holidays, or overtime. Appointment type is Full-time.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Qualifying experience typically related to a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.
• Leadership experience may be gained during the same period as specialized security experience.

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 employee rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Lincoln University, PA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and supervise officers at the assigned checkpoint(s).

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, federal holidays, or overtime. Appointment type is Full-time.