Airport Security Operations Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Overtime eligibility (as required)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Salem seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at the airport. You will supervise officers, coordinate staff coverage, and ensure adherence to security procedures with sound judgment and clear communication.

Responsibilities include directing passenger and baggage screening, reviewing performance, handling security incidents, and coordinating with airport stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Successful background investigation
• Able to obtain and maintain security clearance
• Pass pre-employment drug screening
• Meet TSA medical, vision, hearing, color-perception, and physical standards
• Available for varying shifts and overtime

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 judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching
• Approve leave and address routine concerns
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Salem seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at the airport. You will supervise officers, coordinate staff coverage, and ensure adherence to security procedures with sound judgment and clear communication.

Responsibilities include directing passenger and baggage screening, reviewing performance, handling security incidents, and coordinating with airport stakeholders.