Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Gresham, OR is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and manage daily operations. You will supervise Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing and coverage across shifts.

The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and fast-moving security situations. Federal employment status and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience related to work performed by a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer.
• Must meet pay-band level specified in vacancy announcement.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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 (TSA) in Gresham, OR is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening teams and manage daily operations. You will supervise Officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate staffing and coverage across shifts.

The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and fast-moving security situations. Federal employment status and benefits apply.