Lead TSA Security Officer - Team Leader, Screening

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Macomb, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead frontline screening teams. The role requires decisive leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage staffing and operations across passenger and baggage screening.

As a STSO, you will supervise officers, coordinate check-point coverage, implement TSA procedures, review performance, and respond to incidents, while working a variety of shifts including nights, holidays, and

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Eligibility may be limited to current TSA employees per vacancy.

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, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Staff coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Macomb, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead frontline screening teams. The role requires decisive leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage staffing and operations across passenger and baggage screening.

As a STSO, you will supervise officers, coordinate check-point coverage, implement TSA procedures, review performance, and respond to incidents, while working a variety of shifts including nights, holidays, and