Senior TSA Supervisor: Airport Security Lead

TSA Careers Center; Illinois; On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers at Henderson, IL. The role oversees check-point screening operations and directs a team of officers to maintain high security standards.

The position requires supervisory experience, strong judgment, and the ability to respond to incidents across shifts and holidays. Applicants should review eligibility and the vacancy details in the official announcement.

Qualifications

• Sound judgment and clear communication for leading daily operations.
• Ability to supervise multiple officers and adapt to fast-moving security situations.
• Experience distributing workloads, coaching, and resolving routine workplace concerns.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and observations.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers at Henderson, IL. The role oversees check-point screening operations and directs a team of officers to maintain high security standards.

The position requires supervisory experience, strong judgment, and the ability to respond to incidents across shifts and holidays. Applicants should review eligibility and the vacancy details in the official announcement.