Security Operations Supervisor — Transport Screening Lead

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Moses Lake, WA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of officers. The role emphasizes judgment, effective communication, and the ability to supervise during routine and fast-moving security situations at an airport setting.

The STSO may oversee multiple checkpoints or screening activities, requiring scheduling flexibility and adherence to TSA procedures.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least 6 months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national.

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Staff supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Moses Lake, WA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of officers. The role emphasizes judgment, effective communication, and the ability to supervise during routine and fast-moving security situations at an airport setting.

The STSO may oversee multiple checkpoints or screening activities, requiring scheduling flexibility and adherence to TSA procedures.