Airport Security Operations Lead - Supervisory

Transportation Security Jobs; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Oakland seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and oversee teams in fast-paced environments. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise multiple screening checkpoints and personnel.

Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts, overtime, and potential travel between duties. This full-time position offers responsibilities for staffing, incident response, and

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must successfully complete the required background investigation and obtain a security clearance.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and remain subject to testing requirements.
• Must meet TSA medical, vision, hearing, and color-perception standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and information.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Staff coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Oakland seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and oversee teams in fast-paced environments. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise multiple screening checkpoints and personnel.

Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts, overtime, and potential travel between duties. This full-time position offers responsibilities for staffing, incident response, and