Senior TSA Screening Operations Leader

Transportation Security Jobs; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Dauphin, PA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise officers, assign work, and coordinate rotations while ensuring security procedures are followed consistently.

The role requires judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and security incidents, with eligibility considerations for current TSA staff. Federal benefits and shift variations may apply.

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 with workload distribution, training, and records.
• Many vacancies may be limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review the eligibility section of the vacancy announcement.

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, information, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Dauphin, PA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations. You will supervise officers, assign work, and coordinate rotations while ensuring security procedures are followed consistently.

The role requires judgment, clear communication, and leadership during routine and security incidents, with eligibility considerations for current TSA staff. Federal benefits and shift variations may apply.