Airport Security Operations Lead

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Annawan, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead passenger and baggage screening teams and ensure procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

The role involves supervising TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinating staffing, and responding to security incidents, with varied shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Proven ability to supervise teams and coordinate staffing.
• Ability to apply TSA procedures and make sound security judgments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage-screening operations at the assigned checkpoint.
• Assign work, set priorities, and manage staff coverage and rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using established TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance, provide coaching, and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings and incident reports for TSA leadership.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and law-enforcement as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Annawan, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSO) to lead passenger and baggage screening teams and ensure procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

The role involves supervising TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinating staffing, and responding to security incidents, with varied shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.