Elite Federal Air Marshal - On-Call, Travel-Ready

TSA Jobs Placement; New Hartford (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement benefits

Law Enforcement Availability Pay

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in New Hartford, NY seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Officers operate on aircraft and ground posts, travel frequently, and must maintain firearms proficiency and readiness for irregular schedules.

Candidates need strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to work under pressure. The role offers challenging duties, extensive training, and federal benefits.

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.
• 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 firearms proficiency.
• 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 law enforcement 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 (TSA) in New Hartford, NY seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Officers operate on aircraft and ground posts, travel frequently, and must maintain firearms proficiency and readiness for irregular schedules.

Candidates need strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to work under pressure. The role offers challenging duties, extensive training, and federal benefits.