Executive Director, Training Centers Division

Transportation Security Administration; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks an Executive Director for the Training Centers Division to lead Training & Development across TSA’s training centers, directing learning programs for officers, instructors, and support staff. This role provides senior level leadership and strategic direction for complex security training initiatives.

You will collaborate with TSA/DHS leadership, maintain accreditation, and expand the TSA training footprint across four centers: TSA Academy East

Job description

Executive Director, Training Centers Division

• Hiring Agency: Transportation Security Administration
• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Hiring Path: Fed Competitive
• Number of Openings: 1
• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

Training Centers Division manages the administration and operation of our training centers, providing state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support learning initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

The Executive Director, Training Centers Division (TCD), Training & Development (T&D), Mission Support (MS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provides senior level leadership and management direction to a workforce comprised of transportation security off icers and instructors, federal law enforcement off icers, professional/technical employees and other mission support personnel; and oversees the overall planning, direction and coordination of operations for the Training Centers Division in Training and Development.

Works closely with the T&D Division Directors and is a principal advisor on matters relating to operational, developmental and technical training programs affecting all TSA employees and stakeholders who receive or benefit from TSA's training activities.

High level duties include: Overseeing training delivery centers and operations, establishing and maintaining strategic direction, directing major security management activities, and administering related programs for a complex workforce having a unique transportation security mission.

Advising the Assistant Administrator (AA) and Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA), T&D on on-going program initiatives and providing policy advice and guidance on broad, technical training programs and approaches for improving program and operational efficiency and achieving critical program goals. Representing the AA and DAA in functional matters and responsibilities of the directorate to which assigned both within TSA and DHS.

Establishing and maintaining liaison with executives administering associated programs in TSA, DHS and other federal law enforcement agencies to promote best practices and implement innovative approaches for delivering optimum levels of service.

Leading, developing and implementing programs and processes for four Division branches (TSA Academy East, Glynco, GA; TSA Academy West, Las Vegas, NV; TSA Training Center, Atlantic City, NJ and the Canine Training Center, San Antonio, TX) to provide effective learning environments and opportunities, utilizing current and relevant curricula and training methodologies, to enable and challenge transportation security professionals to perform their duties and responsibilities in a highly effective manner.

Overseeing and directing the Division's activities related to the development and delivery of training materials concerning Transportation Security Officer training, Federal Air Marshal training and other operational training including Canine Training. Developing initial, recurrent and in-service training. Updating training based on evaluations of the effectiveness of training and measures of student learning.

Devising and implementing solutions and process changes when issues are identified. Preparing for and maintaining Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation for key courses at T&D training centers thereby ensuring a disciplined approach and methodology to the development and implementation of training to professionalize the TSA workforce. Determining, planning and overseeing State, local and international and law enforcement training when appropriate.

Working with TSA Leadership to continue to expand the TSA training footprint.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits Review our Benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $151661 – $228000/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.

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