Senior Screening Operations Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Merrill to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing across checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct teams during routine and security incidents.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, and preparing briefings and incident reports.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor; ability to distribute workloads, train employees, maintain records, monitor performance.
• Many Supervisory TSO vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review eligibility section of the vacancy.

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 and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and 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, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Job description

Transportation Security Administration is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Merrill to lead screening operations and coordinate staffing across checkpoints. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to direct teams during routine and security incidents.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, and preparing briefings and incident reports.