Airport Security Operations Lead — TSO Supervisor

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

Job summary

Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) in Wolf Lake, IL supervise teams behind airport passenger and baggage screening operations. They lead TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out with sound judgment and clear communication.

STSO roles require the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, overseeing multiple screening checkpoints or related activities as needed.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience leading Transportation Security Officers or Lead TSOs is preferred.
• Ability to distribute workloads and monitor performance.
• Demonstrated judgment and ability to train and coach staff.

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 operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law enforcement, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Team leadership

Workload distribution

Coaching and development

Decision making under pressure

Job description

Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) in Wolf Lake, IL supervise teams behind airport passenger and baggage screening operations. They lead TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are carried out with sound judgment and clear communication.

STSO roles require the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations, overseeing multiple screening checkpoints or related activities as needed.