Security Ops Lead — Transportation Screening

TSA Careers Center; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Alta, CA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams at assigned checkpoints. The role requires directing personnel, coordinating coverage, and applying TSA procedures in routine and high-pressure situations.

The position emphasizes judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise multiple screening activities, ensuring safety and efficiency across operations.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation‑security operations.
• Candidates must also generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor. The leadership experience may have been gained during the same period as the specialized security experience.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible temporary TSA employees. Applicants should carefully 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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental 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, law‑enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Alta, CA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams at assigned checkpoints. The role requires directing personnel, coordinating coverage, and applying TSA procedures in routine and high-pressure situations.

The position emphasizes judgment, clear communication, and the ability to supervise multiple screening activities, ensuring safety and efficiency across operations.