Senior Transportation Security Supervisor | Lead TSO

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Broadus, MT is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and staff across checkpoints. The role focuses on directing officers, maintaining tight security controls, and coordinating coverage for varied shifts and overtime as needed.

The position requires judgment, strong communication, and the ability to supervise in routine and high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national, 18+ and able to obtain the required background check and 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.

Skills

Staff supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Coaching

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Broadus, MT is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and staff across checkpoints. The role focuses on directing officers, maintaining tight security controls, and coordinating coverage for varied shifts and overtime as needed.

The position requires judgment, strong communication, and the ability to supervise in routine and high-pressure situations.