Elite Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Travel & Counterterrorism

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Rainier, WA seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist activity and other threats, both aboard aircraft and on the ground. The role demands discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, education, and background requirements, including suitability for a Top Secret clearance and mobility for assignments that may involve irregular

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.

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 firearms proficiency as required for federal law enforcement.
• 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 other 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

Transportation Security Administration in Rainier, WA seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist activity and other threats, both aboard aircraft and on the ground. The role demands discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility, education, and background requirements, including suitability for a Top Secret clearance and mobility for assignments that may involve irregular