Senior Transportation Security Supervisor — Airport Ops

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Peoria, IL. The role involves leading a team of officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinating staffing to maintain security standards.

The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Leadership experience including workload distribution, training, and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in Peoria, IL. The role involves leading a team of officers, overseeing passenger and baggage screening operations, and coordinating staffing to maintain security standards.

The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.