Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Kapowsin, WA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of Officers. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to make quick, security-driven decisions in fast-moving environments.

As a full-time STSO, you will supervise personnel, oversee passenger and baggage screening at assigned checkpoints, coordinate shifts, review performance, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a supervisor or lead worker with the ability to distribute workloads and train staff.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national; must meet security and medical requirements.

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 and operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development 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 as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff coordination

Decision making

Clear communication

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Kapowsin, WA is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage a team of Officers. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to make quick, security-driven decisions in fast-moving environments.

As a full-time STSO, you will supervise personnel, oversee passenger and baggage screening at assigned checkpoints, coordinate shifts, review performance, and coordinate with