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Checkpoint Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Cell Biology Tutor

Doral, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Fort Pierce, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Miami Beach, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Tallahassee, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Miramar, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Tampa, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Gainesville, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Miami, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Cooper City, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Sunrise, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Orlando, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

Cell Biology Tutor

Hialeah, FL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

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How much do checkpoint jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for checkpoint in Florida is $40.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.33 and $46.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a checkpoint?

A Checkpoint job typically involves monitoring and controlling access points to ensure security and compliance. Responsibilities may include verifying credentials, inspecting vehicles or belongings, and enforcing regulations. These roles are common in areas such as transportation, security, and IT, where maintaining controlled access is critical. Depending on the industry, additional duties may include reporting incidents, assisting with emergency procedures, or managing surveillance equipment.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a checkpoint?

To thrive as a Checkpoint Security Officer, you need attention to detail, strong observation abilities, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with security screening equipment, such as X-ray machines and metal detectors, as well as certifications in security procedures, is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, calmness under pressure, and effective communication are vital for resolving potential conflicts and providing customer service. These skills ensure the safety and efficiency of checkpoint operations in environments like airports or event venues.

What challenges do checkpoint security officers face in their daily work?

Checkpoint Security Officers often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of passengers or visitors during peak hours, quickly and accurately identifying prohibited items, and addressing situations involving noncompliant or distressed individuals. Maintaining vigilance while performing repetitive screening tasks requires sustained focus, and the role frequently involves collaboration with law enforcement or emergency services in case of security incidents. Effective communication and customer service are key to resolving misunderstandings and ensuring a smooth flow through the checkpoint. Despite these challenges, many officers find the work rewarding due to the vital role they play in maintaining public safety.

What are the most commonly searched types of Checkpoint jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Checkpoint jobs in Florida are:

What cities in Florida are hiring for Checkpoint jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Checkpoint job openings:

Infographic showing various Checkpoint job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $83,922 per year, or $40.3 per hour.

Program Manager - Airport Screening Operations

Leidos

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Leidos rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

79th of 495 rated business services


Job description

Leidos is seeking a Task Order Program Manager (TO PM) to serve as the on-site screening operations lead for a designated airport under the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Gold+ program - a model in which participating airports transition from federally operated screening to qualified private-sector screening performed under TSA regulation, oversight, and detection standards pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 44920. In operational scope, the TO PM directs passenger checkpoint screening operations and checked baggage screening operations, leads the contracted screening workforce, and is accountable for screening performance to TSA detection standards, throughput and wait-time results, passenger experience, and the company's own regulatory compliance. Checkpoint and checked baggage are both fully in scope; checked baggage operations are scaled to each airport and are considerably smaller at many locations.
Primary Responsibilities:
Screening Operations & Security Effectiveness
• Direct daily passenger checkpoint and checked baggage screening in accordance with TSA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and detection standards, meeting or exceeding the federal level of screening required under 49 U.S.C. 44920.
• Sustain workforce screening proficiency
• Manage throughput and passenger wait times across TSA PreCheck and standard lanes and across checked baggage inspection and resolution; adjust security posture to the National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) and to irregular operations (IROPS).
• Screen persons and property, confirm or resolve alarmed persons or property, verify travel documents, and support TSA-directed special screening programs as tasked at the airport level.
Workforce Management, Training & Certification
• Lead the contracted screening workforce - Transportation Security Officers (TSOs), Lead TSOs (LTSOs), Supervisory TSOs (STSOs), and site training staff; manage recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, surge staffing, overtime, and fitness-for-duty.
• Deliver initial, recurrent, and remedial training and certify the workforce to TSA-set standards that TSA audits, consistent with 49 U.S.C. 44935 and the training and certification standards incorporated by the contract.
• Ensure the workforce completes Security Threat Assessment (STA) and suitability submissions (TSA adjudicates) and obtains and maintains Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) credentials issued by the airport operator's badging office.
• Support TSA's aviation insider threat program and reporting requirements for the contracted workforce, and foster a culture of security, professionalism, and customer service.
Technology & Equipment Oversight (TSE)
• Oversee delivery, installation, integration, operational test-and-checkout, and sustainment of checkpoint TSE and checked baggage Explosives Detection Systems (EDS), using the Checkpoint Requirements and Planning Guide (CRPG) and the Planning Guidelines and Design Standards (PGDS) for Checked Baggage Inspection Systems as references.
• Maintain equipment availability through preventive and corrective maintenance, calibration, cybersecurity updates, radiation surveys, and radioactive leak tests to TSA-set standards, including operating and maintaining TSA-owned equipment already installed at the airport.
• Conduct contractor site acceptance and operational test-and-checkout, property and asset accountability, and technology-refresh planning; only TSA-qualified equipment may be deployed, and TSA retains qualification, certification, and acceptance of detection capability.
Program, Compliance & Stakeholder Management
• Serve as the primary contractor point of contact with the FSD, AFSD-S, Contracting Officer (CO), and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and coordinate with the airport operator, air carriers, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and airport law enforcement.
• Develop and maintain the airport-level Operations Management Plan (OMP) and manage Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) performance and Aviation and Transportation Security Act (ATSA)-based workforce compensation.
• Ensure compliance with TSA SOPs and directives, Sensitive Security Information (SSI) handling, and cybersecurity requirements; maintain readiness for the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and TSA inspections and drive corrective actions.
• Produce required deliverables (Contract Status Reports, Performance/Compliance Metrics Reports, Maintenance Reports, Incident Logs); lead incident management and Continuity of Operations (COOP); and lead transition-in and transition-out, including Government-Furnished Equipment/Information (GFE/GFI) transfer and the right of first refusal for the incumbent screening workforce.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: aviation security, airport operations, personnel security screening services, equipment/technology management, or contract management.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) and TSA Suitability Determination prior to starting work.
  • Eligibility for access to Sensitive Security Information (SSI); ability to be vetted for access up to the SECRET level if required by the task order.
  • U.S. Citizenship required to support TSA suitability and vetting processes.
  • Availability for emergency response twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
  • At least seven years of general management experience or three years as a certified STSO or higher position; and
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an effective, efficient, and professional manner.
  • Anyone of the following;
  • Formal certification in program/project management issued by the Federal Government (such as FAC-PM, DAWIA, or U.S. DHS) or certification issued by a non-government organization like the PMP® credential issued by the Project Management Institute; or
  • At least five years of management experience in aviation security, airport operations, or personnel security services, demonstrated experience in supervising personnel in a Federal Government environment is highly desired.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience on TSA or DHS programs, including familiarity with TSA Standard Operating Procedures, the Checkpoint Requirements and Planning Guide (CRPG), or the Screening Partnership Program (SPP).
  • Information Technology background, including familiarity with Authority to Operate (ATO)/Authority to Connect (ATC) processes.
  • Experience managing large, hourly/shift-based workforces in an airport, aviation, or physical security environment.
  • PMP certification or equivalent project/program management credential.
  • 5+ years of program/operations management experience, including 3+ years managing federal programs of similar size and complexity, is a plus and positions candidates for advancement toward the corporate Operations/Program Manager (IDIQ Key Personnel) role.

Working Conditions:
  • Primary work location is on-site at the assigned Gold+ airport checkpoint/administrative facility.
  • Screening operations run from up to two hours before the first flight through the last flight's departure; role may require availability outside standard business hours and response within one hour to urgent operational, safety, or security issues.
  • Domestic travel required for corporate program reviews, TSA meetings, and multi-site coordination as applicable.

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Original Posting:
August 3, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $154,050.00 - $278,475.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Reston, VA, US

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