TSA Supervisory Officer: Lead Screening Ops

TSA Job Listings; Bridgeport (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Tuition support (may apply)

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Bridgeport, NJ is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily screening operations and supervise officers. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage staffing across multiple checkpoints, while ensuring TSA procedures are followed.

As an STSO, you may oversee passenger and baggage screening, coordinate rotations, respond to incidents, and coordinate with airport stakeholders.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.

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 observation
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Staff supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Bridgeport, NJ is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead daily screening operations and supervise officers. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage staffing across multiple checkpoints, while ensuring TSA procedures are followed.

As an STSO, you may oversee passenger and baggage screening, coordinate rotations, respond to incidents, and coordinate with airport stakeholders.