Sr. Transportation Security Officer - Lead & Ops

TSA Hiring Center; Litchfield (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Tuition support

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Irving, IL is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead airport screening operations and supervise a team of Officers and Lead Officers. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts and emergencies on busy security checkpoints.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating screening activities, and preparing briefings and reports.

Qualifications

• Applicants generally need at least one year of specialized experience that demonstrates the knowledge and judgment required to supervise transportation-security operations.
• Candidates must also generally have at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Coordinate staffing, assign work, and manage coverage to ensure smooth screening operations.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and professional judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Irving, IL is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead airport screening operations and supervise a team of Officers and Lead Officers. The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage shifts and emergencies on busy security checkpoints.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating screening activities, and preparing briefings and reports.