Senior Transportation Security Lead — Operations & Staffing

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Grafton, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to coordinate screening operations and lead a team of TSOs and Lead TSOs.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations at the assigned airport. Appointment is fulltime with variable shifts and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Experience related to a Transportation Security Officer or Lead TSO is typical.

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 professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and incident reports.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Grafton, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to coordinate screening operations and lead a team of TSOs and Lead TSOs.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations at the assigned airport. Appointment is fulltime with variable shifts and overtime as needed.