TSA STSO Supervisor - Lead Screening Operations

TSA Careers Center; Town of Newcomb (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Retirement program and Thrift Savings

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition support

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Newcomb, NY, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to manage screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing at the airport. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and fast-moving security situations.

Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, or overtime.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations; leadership of teams and workflow distribution.

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 rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Newcomb, NY, seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to manage screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing at the airport. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and fast-moving security situations.

Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, or overtime.