Airport Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term-care insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Retirement and Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Columbia Falls seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing across checkpoints and related activities. The role emphasizes decisive leadership, clear communication, and adherence to TSA procedures in fast-moving security environments.

The position requires prior supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and eligibility for the pay-band level.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Candidates should have at least six months as a work leader or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current TSA employees; review the active vacancy announcement for eligibility.

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, coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and professional judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Clear communication

Sound judgment

Supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Columbia Falls seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing across checkpoints and related activities. The role emphasizes decisive leadership, clear communication, and adherence to TSA procedures in fast-moving security environments.

The position requires prior supervisory experience in transportation-security operations and eligibility for the pay-band level.