TSA Training Manager

Culmen International • Sarasota, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Culmen International is seeking an experienced Training Manager to lead the airport screening training program in Sarasota, Florida. The role oversees Security Training Instructors (STIs), Assistant Training Instructors (ATIs), on-the-job training (OJT) coaches, and processes supporting effective training delivery. The manager ensures screening personnel complete required training, certification, recurrent training, remediation, and professional development while supporting airport operational needs.

The Training Manager connects training to real-world operational requirements, develops instructors and coaches, identifies performance-improvement opportunities, and supports workforce readiness. The role also coordinates training with checkpoint and baggage operations and promotes consistent, compliant training across shifts.

Requirements

• Significant experience managing aviation security, transportation security, law-enforcement, military, or other regulated operational training programs.
• Experience supervising instructors and managing classroom, practical, and OJT programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult-learning principles, training compliance, certification tracking, and remedial training.
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. National with the ability to satisfy applicable TSA background and suitability requirements.
• Ability to work onsite at the assigned airport.

Nice To Haves

• Prior TSA SPP training-management experience.
• Current or prior STI qualification.
• Prior TSO/STSO or other TSA screening experience.
• Formal instructor-development or adult-learning certification.
• Experience with TSA training systems and screening certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and management of the airport’s TSA screening training program.
• Supervise STIs, ATIs, OJT coaches, and other personnel supporting training delivery.
• Coordinate new-hire, recurrent, remedial, return-to-duty, and specialized training.
• Track training, certification, OJT, and compliance requirements and maintain accurate, complete records.
• Partner with TSA training personnel and Culmen operations leadership to coordinate training requirements and schedules.
• Ensure training aligns with current TSA SOPs, directives, and nationally developed training requirements.
• Analyze operational and training performance to identify recurring gaps and develop corrective training.
• Monitor instructor and coach performance and promote consistent training delivery across shifts.
• Integrate training requirements with operational staffing needs to minimize impacts on checkpoint and baggage operations.
• Provide management with training metrics, compliance status, risks, and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employee premiums fully paid by Culmen and dependent coverage available at a nominal rate.
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and a 4% match.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• Supplemental insurance available.
• Opportunities for training and continuing education.
• 12 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed