TSA Security Operations Supervisor

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Yacolt, WA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Transportation Security Officers and manage screening operations at the airport, ensuring consistent application of TSA procedures.

This role requires strong leadership, good judgment, and the ability to coordinate staffing, respond to incidents, and prepare operational briefings. Fulltime positions offer federal benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national
• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations
• Candidates must have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor
• Review the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement before applying
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and ability to handle security-screening duties

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 and operational information
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Yacolt, WA seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Transportation Security Officers and manage screening operations at the airport, ensuring consistent application of TSA procedures.

This role requires strong leadership, good judgment, and the ability to coordinate staffing, respond to incidents, and prepare operational briefings. Fulltime positions offer federal benefits and opportunities for advancement.