Lead Transportation Security Supervisor — Screen Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Buda, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams at screening checkpoints, supervise Officers and Lead Officers, and coordinate staffing and coverage across operations.

Ideal candidates demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents while ensuring procedures comply with TSA standards across shifts.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger and baggage screening operations at assigned checkpoints.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and observations.
• Provide coaching and feedback to staff and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and incident reports for management.

Skills

Team leadership

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Buda, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead teams at screening checkpoints, supervise Officers and Lead Officers, and coordinate staffing and coverage across operations.

Ideal candidates demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to respond to security incidents while ensuring procedures comply with TSA standards across shifts.