Springfield: Supervisory Transportation Security Lead

TSA Careers Center; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

TSA Careers Center seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations at Springfield, IL. The role requires supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring secure, efficient operations across checkpoints and baggage handling.

Responsibilities include directing daily activities, coaching staff, handling security incidents, and communicating with TSA leadership and airport partners.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation security operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and baggage-screening operations
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate staff rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and observed information
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback
• Prepare briefings, logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as required
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans

Job description

TSA Careers Center seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to oversee screening operations at Springfield, IL. The role requires supervising officers, coordinating staffing, and ensuring secure, efficient operations across checkpoints and baggage handling.

Responsibilities include directing daily activities, coaching staff, handling security incidents, and communicating with TSA leadership and airport partners.