Transportation Security Supervisor — Lead Operations

TSA Job Listings; Little Meadows (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Little Meadows, PA, is interviewing Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and staff coordination at the airport level. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, managing screening of passengers and baggage, assigning work shifts, and coordinating with stakeholders.

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.
• Citizenship or security status requirements as described in the vacancy announcement.

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 judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and developmental feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff supervision

Operational coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Little Meadows, PA, is interviewing Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and staff coordination at the airport level. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams through routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, managing screening of passengers and baggage, assigning work shifts, and coordinating with stakeholders.