Transportation Security Operations Lead

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Coulee Dam, WA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and guide a team of officers. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, assign work, and coordinate coverage across shifts.

This full-time federal role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as work leader, team leader, or supervisor for at least six months.
• Leadership experience may come from TSA or related security roles.

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 and observations.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine staff concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Coulee Dam, WA seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and guide a team of officers. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, assign work, and coordinate coverage across shifts.

This full-time federal role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents.