Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

Transportation Security Jobs; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Hillside, IL, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise officers at the assigned airport. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

This full-time role requires leadership during routine and high-stress security situations, with shifts that may include early mornings, evenings,

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.

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, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Hillside, IL, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise officers at the assigned airport. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are followed with sound judgment and clear communication.

This full-time role requires leadership during routine and high-stress security situations, with shifts that may include early mornings, evenings,