Transportation Security Operations Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Newton Hamilton (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newton Hamilton, PA, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations and personnel, ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant processes across multiple checkpoints and teams.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Candidates must meet eligibility and security requirements for federal employment.

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.

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, instruction, and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or 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 when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervision

Staff coordination

Operational decision-making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Newton Hamilton, PA, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations and personnel, ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant processes across multiple checkpoints and teams.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Candidates must meet eligibility and security requirements for federal employment.