Senior Transportation Security Supervisor | Lead & Operations

TSA Job Listings; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Salem is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead a team of officers at one or more checkpoints. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate rotations and coverage to ensure efficient, secure operations.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents and emergencies.

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.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and able to obtain security clearance.

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, Department of Homeland Security in Salem is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead a team of officers at one or more checkpoints. You will supervise officers, oversee passenger and baggage screening, and coordinate rotations and coverage to ensure efficient, secure operations.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents and emergencies.