Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Participation in federal retirement (T

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Sandwich, IL. As an STSO you will supervise TSA officers, coordinate screening operations, and ensure security procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

This full-time federal role requires solid judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and high-pressure situations. Expect varied shifts, federal benefits, and opportunities to influence airport security

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 active vacancy announcement before applying.

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

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers in Sandwich, IL. As an STSO you will supervise TSA officers, coordinate screening operations, and ensure security procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

This full-time federal role requires solid judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead in routine and high-pressure situations. Expect varied shifts, federal benefits, and opportunities to influence airport security