Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Ocean Park, WA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage screening operations and lead teams across multiple checkpoints. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure adherence to security procedures during routine and high‑stress situations.

Applicants should have experience supervising transportation‑security operations and leading teams, with willingness to work varied shifts, overtime, and federal

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.

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, operational information, observation, 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, checkpoint logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Ocean Park, WA is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to manage screening operations and lead teams across multiple checkpoints. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure adherence to security procedures during routine and high‑stress situations.

Applicants should have experience supervising transportation‑security operations and leading teams, with willingness to work varied shifts, overtime, and federal