Security Operations Lead — Transportation Screening

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wadsworth, IL, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams at the airport level. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

This full-time position may require diverse shifts, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and overtime. Federal benefits apply to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Many vacancies are limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; check eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, 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 performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, incidents, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Operational coordination

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wadsworth, IL, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to manage screening operations and lead teams at the airport level. You will supervise officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

This full-time position may require diverse shifts, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and overtime. Federal benefits apply to eligible employees.