Lead Transportation Security Officer — Checkpoint Ops Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Siletz (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Siletz, OR seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and coordinate staff across multiple checkpoints, ensuring security procedures are followed.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and high‑pressure security situations with coordination among TSA leadership and airport partners.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader or supervisor.
• Review of the active TSA vacancy announcement and eligibility requirements.

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 feedback.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Siletz, OR seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and coordinate staff across multiple checkpoints, ensuring security procedures are followed.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage routine and high‑pressure security situations with coordination among TSA leadership and airport partners.