Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Deer Creek (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal health, dental, vision, and L‑

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan retirement program

Uniform allowance and career‑developm.

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Deer Creek, IL, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a screening operation. You will supervise Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure consistent adherence to TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and fast-moving security situations. Expect varied shifts and complex operational demands.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months as work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Review eligibility per the active vacancy announcement.

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 workplace concerns.
• Respond to incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Staffing coordination

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Deer Creek, IL, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead a screening operation. You will supervise Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure consistent adherence to TSA procedures and security standards.

The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to guide teams during routine and fast-moving security situations. Expect varied shifts and complex operational demands.