Senior Transportation Security Supervisor Lead & Protect

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Lambert, MT seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Screening Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure that security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

STSOs may oversee one or more screening checkpoints and related operations at the assigned airport, with

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.
• Many vacancies are limited to current TSA employees; review the eligibility section of the vacancy announcement.

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 Lambert, MT seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Screening Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure that security procedures are carried out accurately and consistently. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

STSOs may oversee one or more screening checkpoints and related operations at the assigned airport, with