Senior TSA Security Supervisor – Screening Operations

Transportation Security Jobs; Charleston (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits: health, dental, and—

Long-term-care insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave and federal holidays

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Charleston, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Screening staff and coordinate shift coverage at busy checkpoints. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, assign work, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures.

This is a full-time role with potential overtime depending on demand. Ideal candidates bring at least one year of specialized TSA supervisory experience and proven leadership, communication, and

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized supervisory TSA experience.
• Six months as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Carefully review the eligibility section of the active 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 employee rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Staff coordination

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Charleston, IL seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead Screening staff and coordinate shift coverage at busy checkpoints. You will oversee passenger and baggage screening operations, assign work, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures.

This is a full-time role with potential overtime depending on demand. Ideal candidates bring at least one year of specialized TSA supervisory experience and proven leadership, communication, and