Airport Screening Lead & Security Ops Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Uniform allowance

Paid leave

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Belvidere, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at airport checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, and coordinating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Leadership experience may have been gained during the same period as security experience.

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 operational information.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Belvidere, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to lead screening teams and manage daily operations at airport checkpoints. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and security-critical situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening, and coordinating with stakeholders.