Senior Transportation Security Lead | Screening Ops Manager

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Eldorado, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers. The role involves coordinating staffing, guiding daily decisions, and maintaining high security standards at the airport.

The position supports around-the-clock operations with varying shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor with workload distribution and coaching.
• Ability to review performance, provide feedback, and ensure security procedures are followed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational data.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Eldorado, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers. The role involves coordinating staffing, guiding daily decisions, and maintaining high security standards at the airport.

The position supports around-the-clock operations with varying shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and overtime as needed.