Senior TSA Security Lead — Flexible Shifts & Benefits

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Westover, PA, is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and develop a team responsible for screening operations. You will supervise officers, manage shifts, and ensure compliance with TSA standards.

The role emphasizes directing screening procedures, coordinating with airport partners, and delivering performance feedback while maintaining security posture across operations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor is required.
• Review eligibility and constraints per the vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Coaching

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Westover, PA, is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead and develop a team responsible for screening operations. You will supervise officers, manage shifts, and ensure compliance with TSA standards.

The role emphasizes directing screening procedures, coordinating with airport partners, and delivering performance feedback while maintaining security posture across operations.