Elite Federal Air Marshal — In-Flight Security

Airport Security Jobs Center; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within the Department of Homeland Security seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights, work discreetly on domestic and international routes, and respond to threats with limited backup. Candidates must be U.S.

citizens, able to obtain Top Secret clearance, and pass comprehensive training, medical, and polygraph evaluations. Role involves law enforcement, investigations, and multi-agency coordination, with irregular schedules and

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or a qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.
• If education is used to qualify, transcripts must be provided with the official announcement.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and seek or execute warrants within legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within the Department of Homeland Security seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights, work discreetly on domestic and international routes, and respond to threats with limited backup. Candidates must be U.S.

citizens, able to obtain Top Secret clearance, and pass comprehensive training, medical, and polygraph evaluations. Role involves law enforcement, investigations, and multi-agency coordination, with irregular schedules and