Airport Security Supervisor — Lead TSO & Operations

TSA Job Listings; Pe Ell (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Pe Ell, WA, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign workloads, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures in fast-paced environments.

You will supervise teams, respond to incidents, and coordinate with airport partners to maintain security and efficiency. The role requires strong judgment, communication, and leadership to maintain federal

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Vacancies may be limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review the eligibility section of 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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures 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, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Pe Ell, WA, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and staff. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign workloads, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures in fast-paced environments.

You will supervise teams, respond to incidents, and coordinate with airport partners to maintain security and efficiency. The role requires strong judgment, communication, and leadership to maintain federal