Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Federal Security Job Resource; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Chicago seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers. You will oversee passenger and baggage-screening processes, assign workloads, and coordinate staffing to ensure security procedures are followed consistently.

Effective leadership, clear communication, and the ability to respond to routine and fast-moving security situations are essential.

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.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train employees, maintain records, monitor performance, and address 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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership experience

Supervisory experience

Operational coordination

Communication skills

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Chicago seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations and supervise a team of officers. You will oversee passenger and baggage-screening processes, assign workloads, and coordinate staffing to ensure security procedures are followed consistently.

Effective leadership, clear communication, and the ability to respond to routine and fast-moving security situations are essential.