Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Wheeler (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wheeler, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead airport security operations. You will supervise officers, manage screening workflows, and coordinate staffing to ensure consistent, security-first operations.

Strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership in fast-moving situations are essential. The role may involve early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, or overtime depending on vacancy and

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.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgement.
• 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 management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wheeler, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers (STSOs) to lead airport security operations. You will supervise officers, manage screening workflows, and coordinate staffing to ensure consistent, security-first operations.

Strong judgment, clear communication, and leadership in fast-moving situations are essential. The role may involve early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, or overtime depending on vacancy and