Senior TSA Supervisory Officer – Passenger Screening Leader

Federal Screening Careers; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Career development

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Chestnut Hill, MA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams at assigned checkpoints. The role emphasizes judgment, communication, and coordination in fast-moving security environments.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating rotations, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures. Must meet qualifications and be eligible for security clearance; federal benefits apply.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance and pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at checkpoints.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Operational coordination

Security procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Chestnut Hill, MA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams at assigned checkpoints. The role emphasizes judgment, communication, and coordination in fast-moving security environments.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating rotations, and ensuring compliance with TSA procedures. Must meet qualifications and be eligible for security clearance; federal benefits apply.