Senior Transportation Security Officer – Lead & Operations

TSA Job Listings; Fenton (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Tuition support

Transportation subsidies

Uniform allowance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Fenton, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and guard the integrity of TSA procedures. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and respond to incidents with professional judgment.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train employees, and address routine workplace concerns.

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.
• Prepare briefings, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Fenton, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and guard the integrity of TSA procedures. You will supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing, and respond to incidents with professional judgment.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations.