Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TSA Careers Center in Champaign, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations. You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing for checkpoints, and ensure security procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, including potential shifts across early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Current TSA eligibility or review of active vacancy announcement requirements.

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 judgment
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents and checkpoint disruptions
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Job description

TSA Careers Center in Champaign, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations. You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate staffing for checkpoints, and ensure security procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine and fast-moving security situations, including potential shifts across early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and