Lead Transportation Security Officer — Screening Operations Lead

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

Job summary

TSA Careers Center is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations at Ritzville, WA. The role focuses on supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring consistency in security procedures across checkpoints and baggage screening.

Candidates should demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, with on-site shifts and potential overtime as required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Citizenship and eligibility per TSA vacancy requirements.
• Review the eligibility section of the active announcement before applying.

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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional 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

Staff supervision

Decision-making

Clear communication

Job description

TSA Careers Center is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations at Ritzville, WA. The role focuses on supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring consistency in security procedures across checkpoints and baggage screening.

Candidates should demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, with on-site shifts and potential overtime as required.