Lead Transportation Security Officer – Ops Leader

TSA Careers Center; Wyola (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wyola, MT invites applications for a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across checkpoints. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise daily security decisions, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are carried out consistently.

As an STSO, you will oversee Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work,

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising security operations.
• Experience as work leader or supervisor for at least six months.
• Some vacancies may be limited to current TSA employees; check eligibility.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national; background check and clearance required.

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
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Team supervision

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wyola, MT invites applications for a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams across checkpoints. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise daily security decisions, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are carried out consistently.

As an STSO, you will oversee Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign work,