Senior TSA Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Village of Castleton-on-Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Castleton On Hudson, NY is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at one or more checkpoints. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, assign work, and coordinate rotations while ensuring TSA procedures are followed and security standards are met.

The role emphasizes clear communication, sound judgment, and leadership during routine and security-critical situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Qualifying experience is typically related to work performed by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer and must meet the pay-band level specified in the vacancy announcement.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor showing the ability to distribute workloads, train employees, maintain work records, monitor performance, and resolve routine workplace concerns.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible temporary TSA employees; review the eligibility section of the active announcement before applying.

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, Department of Homeland Security in Castleton On Hudson, NY is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations at one or more checkpoints. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, assign work, and coordinate rotations while ensuring TSA procedures are followed and security standards are met.

The role emphasizes clear communication, sound judgment, and leadership during routine and security-critical situations.