Senior TSA Security Lead — Airport Ops & Supervision

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Henderson, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and supervise teams across multiple checkpoints and security activities. The role emphasizes leadership, decision making in security contexts, and effective coordination with airport stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have proven supervisory experience, strong judgment, and the ability to manage shifts, overtime, and

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

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 employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and development feedback.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Henderson, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to oversee screening operations and supervise teams across multiple checkpoints and security activities. The role emphasizes leadership, decision making in security contexts, and effective coordination with airport stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have proven supervisory experience, strong judgment, and the ability to manage shifts, overtime, and