Senior TSA Ops Leader - Security Screening & Team Oversight

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in MC Leansboro, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations and lead a team of officers. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts, emergencies, and staffing at a checkpoint or baggage area.

You will supervise officers, coordinate coverage, and implement TSA procedures while ensuring security protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a work leader or supervisor is preferred.
• Ability to distribute workloads and train employees.
• Clear, professional communication is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate rotations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgments.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and handle routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when needed.
• Suggest improvements to procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in MC Leansboro, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations and lead a team of officers. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts, emergencies, and staffing at a checkpoint or baggage area.

You will supervise officers, coordinate coverage, and implement TSA procedures while ensuring security protocols are followed.