Senior TSA Security Supervisor – Checkpoint Operations Lead

TSA Job Resource; Stillman Valley (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job stability

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Stillman Valley, IL is seeking an STSO to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations and supervise frontline staff. You will coordinate staffing, make security decisions, and ensure procedures are followed across shifts.

The role requires leadership experience in transportation security and the ability to navigate dynamic security situations while maintaining compliance with agency policies.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader or supervisor.
• Current TSA employee eligibility may apply per 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, observation, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine 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, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Stillman Valley, IL is seeking an STSO to oversee passenger and baggage screening operations and supervise frontline staff. You will coordinate staffing, make security decisions, and ensure procedures are followed across shifts.

The role requires leadership experience in transportation security and the ability to navigate dynamic security situations while maintaining compliance with agency policies.