Senior TSA Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Elizabeth (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Elizabeth, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise a team of Officers. The role focuses on ensuring secure, efficient passenger and baggage screening across shifts, directing staffing, and upholding TSA procedures.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations in a federally

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.
• Candidates should review the eligibility section of the vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Elizabeth, IL seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and supervise a team of Officers. The role focuses on ensuring secure, efficient passenger and baggage screening across shifts, directing staffing, and upholding TSA procedures.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations in a federally