Lead Transportation Security Supervisor — Airport Operations Leader

Transportation Security Jobs; Silver Creek (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Creek, WA-based Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities are with the Transportation Security Administration (DHS). STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign workloads, and coordinate screening operations to ensure procedures are followed reliably.

Applicants typically have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security settings and meet TSA's general employment requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires supervisory ability to lead Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Strong judgment and clear communication in fast-moving security environments.
• Ability to coordinate staffing and respond to incidents and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate 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 workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Silver Creek, WA-based Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities are with the Transportation Security Administration (DHS). STSOs supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers, assign workloads, and coordinate screening operations to ensure procedures are followed reliably.

Applicants typically have at least one year of specialized supervisory experience in transportation-security settings and meet TSA's general employment requirements.