Senior TSA Security Supervisor – Airport Operations Leader

TSA Careers Center; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Johnstown, OH seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing at assigned checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations and six months in a lead role, with eligibility per the

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must meet the pay-band level specified in the vacancy announcement.
• Have at least 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.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff coordination

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Johnstown, OH seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing at assigned checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations.

Applicants should have at least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations and six months in a lead role, with eligibility per the