Senior Transportation Security Officer & Team Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Warrenton (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Warrenton, OR is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage staff at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and security-critical situations.

Applicants should have relevant experience, be a U.S. citizen, and be prepared for varying shifts, including potential overtime and holidays. Full-time appointment with TSA benefits is included.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Qualifying experience is typically related to work performed by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer and must meet the pay-band level specified in the vacancy announcement.
• Candidates must also generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• This 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 Warrenton, OR is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage staff at one or more checkpoints. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and security-critical situations.

Applicants should have relevant experience, be a U.S. citizen, and be prepared for varying shifts, including potential overtime and holidays. Full-time appointment with TSA benefits is included.