Senior TSA Security Supervisor - Lead Airport Screening

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (TSP)

Paid leave and federal holidays

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Northfield, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities. This role involves supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, overseeing screening operations, and coordinating staffing across shifts and checkpoints.

The position requires leadership, sound judgment, and clear communication to manage routine operations and security incidents. Flexibility for varied shifts and federal holidays is expected.

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.
• Many vacancies may be limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees; review the active vacancy announcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, information, and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership when required.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Northfield, IL is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officer opportunities. This role involves supervising Transportation Security Officers and Lead TSOs, overseeing screening operations, and coordinating staffing across shifts and checkpoints.

The position requires leadership, sound judgment, and clear communication to manage routine operations and security incidents. Flexibility for varied shifts and federal holidays is expected.