Elite Federal Air Marshal: In-Flight Security Leader

TSA Jobs Placement; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Richland seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial passenger flights worldwide and operate on air and ground assignments. These roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with travel and irregular schedules.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, undergo background investigations, and obtain a Top Secret clearance. Training is provided, and the appointment is full-time under the SV-F pay band.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication; or
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
• A qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other criminal threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Assess developing situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup
• Carry a firearm and maintain the firearms proficiency required for federal law enforcement 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 their legal authority
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions
• Perform other specialized assignments, which may include Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Communication

Discretion

Firearms proficiency

Judgment

Independence

Education

Three years of experience or a bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Richland seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial passenger flights worldwide and operate on air and ground assignments. These roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with travel and irregular schedules.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, undergo background investigations, and obtain a Top Secret clearance. Training is provided, and the appointment is full-time under the SV-F pay band.