Elite Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Flight Security

Airport Security Jobs Center; Montana; On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. This demanding, federal law-enforcement role requires discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, including U.S. citizenship, age, background checks, and the possibility of frequent domestic and international travel.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university or
• Qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial flights from terrorist activity and threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Carry a firearm and maintain proficiency
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical fitness

Firearms proficiency

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. This demanding, federal law-enforcement role requires discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, including U.S. citizenship, age, background checks, and the possibility of frequent domestic and international travel.