Senior Transportation Security Officer: Lead Ops & Teams

TSA Careers Center; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Corinth, ME, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and guide teams in a fast-paced security environment. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership to ensure accurate, consistent procedures across shifts.

The position requires prior supervisory experience within TSA operations, with potential early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and overtime as described in the

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.
• Review the active vacancy announcement for eligibility; many STSO vacancies are limited to current TSA employees.

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 judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervision

Staffing coordination

Decision making

Communication

Leadership

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Corinth, ME, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and guide teams in a fast-paced security environment. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership to ensure accurate, consistent procedures across shifts.

The position requires prior supervisory experience within TSA operations, with potential early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and overtime as described in the