Senior Transportation Security Supervisor - Airport Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Other benefits

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Forreston, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate screening operations, and ensure efficient, secure, and compliant performance across checkpoints and related security activities.

Requirements include at least one year of specialized supervisory experience, plus leadership demonstrations. The role may require varying shifts, weekends, overtime, and adherence to federal employment

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months as work leader, team leader, or supervisor required.
• U.S. citizen or U.S. national; able to obtain security clearance.

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 judgment.
• Review performance, provide coaching, and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport staff, law enforcement, and TSA leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Forreston, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer. You will supervise TSOs and Lead TSOs, coordinate screening operations, and ensure efficient, secure, and compliant performance across checkpoints and related security activities.

Requirements include at least one year of specialized supervisory experience, plus leadership demonstrations. The role may require varying shifts, weekends, overtime, and adherence to federal employment