Transportation Security Operations Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Elkton (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Premium pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Elkton, OR seeks a supervisory role to lead Transportation Security Officers and manage screening operations. The position involves coordinating shifts, evaluating performance, and ensuring safety and compliance across all checkpoint activities.

The role requires at least one year of specialized security leadership experience and six months of team supervision.

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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 judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operat ional briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and law-enforcement when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Elkton, OR seeks a supervisory role to lead Transportation Security Officers and manage screening operations. The position involves coordinating shifts, evaluating performance, and ensuring safety and compliance across all checkpoint activities.

The role requires at least one year of specialized security leadership experience and six months of team supervision.