Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Dupo, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and teams. The role includes directing officers, managing shifts, and ensuring consistent application of security procedures at the assigned airport.

Applicants should have substantial supervisory experience in transportation-security operations, strong decision-making and communication skills, and a readiness to work varied shifts as needed. Federal benefits apply.

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.
• Review eligibility section of the vacancy announcement and follow TSA guidelines.

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

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Dupo, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and teams. The role includes directing officers, managing shifts, and ensuring consistent application of security procedures at the assigned airport.

Applicants should have substantial supervisory experience in transportation-security operations, strong decision-making and communication skills, and a readiness to work varied shifts as needed. Federal benefits apply.