TSA Supervisory Officer — Lead Screening & Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Kenney, IL is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to lead screening operations and manage staffing across one or more checkpoints or areas.

The STSO role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Eligible applicants are often current TSA personnel or those with related supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Sound judgment and clear communication are essential.
• Ability to lead during routine and security incidents.
• Experience supervising security personnel is valued.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Clear communication

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Kenney, IL is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STS0) to lead screening operations and manage staffing across one or more checkpoints or areas.

The STSO role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Eligible applicants are often current TSA personnel or those with related supervisory experience.