TSA Supervisory Officer - Lead Screening & Security Ops

TSA Careers Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Aurora, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to handle fast-moving security situations.

You may oversee one or more screening checkpoints, manage shifts including mornings, evenings, overnights, and holidays, and coordinate with airport staff and law enforcement as needed.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience overseeing security staff.
• Strong communication skills for diverse teams.
• Ability to make security-based decisions using procedures.
• Experience coordinating staffing and coverage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, and cargo-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.
• Appropriate leave requests and workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions.
• Prepare incident reports and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Staff supervision

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Aurora, NY is seeking Supervisory Transportation Security Officers to lead screening operations, supervise officers, and coordinate staffing. This role requires sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to handle fast-moving security situations.

You may oversee one or more screening checkpoints, manage shifts including mornings, evenings, overnights, and holidays, and coordinate with airport staff and law enforcement as needed.