Lead Transportation Security Officer — TSA Operations Leader

TSA Job Listings; Long Creek (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers for Long Creek, OR. STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership across shifts, including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and federal holidays.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience in supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as work leader or supervisor in security context preferred.
• Permanent or eligible TSA employees may be prioritized.

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.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions.
• 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.

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers for Long Creek, OR. STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently.

This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership across shifts, including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and federal holidays.