Senior Airport Security Supervisor – TSA Operations

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Evansville, IL. You will supervise teams across passenger screening and baggage operations, ensuring alignment with TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and high-pressure situations. Typical duties include staffing coordination, performance coaching, incident response, and

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Must have at least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.

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 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, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Decision making

Communication

Operations coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Evansville, IL. You will supervise teams across passenger screening and baggage operations, ensuring alignment with TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership in routine and high-pressure situations. Typical duties include staffing coordination, performance coaching, incident response, and