Senior Transportation Security Supervisor (TSO Lead)

TSA Job Listings; Emington (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Emington, IL. This full-time role supervises officers, oversees screening operations, and coordinates staff across shifts.

Applicants need supervisory experience and the ability to lead during routine operations and emergencies, with background checks and credential requirements. Pay ranges from $25.00 to $50.00 per hour in SV-F band, with rotating shifts and overtime as needed.

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 the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities in Emington, IL. This full-time role supervises officers, oversees screening operations, and coordinates staff across shifts.

Applicants need supervisory experience and the ability to lead during routine operations and emergencies, with background checks and credential requirements. Pay ranges from $25.00 to $50.00 per hour in SV-F band, with rotating shifts and overtime as needed.