Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Lead Screening Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Colstrip, MT is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise teams across checkpoints. You will assign work, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to coordinate with airport staff and law enforcement, manage schedules, and respond to incidents and

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Clear communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Colstrip, MT is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise teams across checkpoints. You will assign work, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to coordinate with airport staff and law enforcement, manage schedules, and respond to incidents and