Airport Security Operations Lead

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Butler, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and supervise frontline staff. The role emphasizes leadership, coordination, and upholding TSA procedures across shifts.

Candidates must demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Butler, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and supervise frontline staff. The role emphasizes leadership, coordination, and upholding TSA procedures across shifts.

Candidates must demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.