Elite Federal Air Marshal - On-Call Travel & Security

Federal Screening Careers; Colton (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Marshals work both aboard aircraft and on the ground, often with little preparation time, and travel frequently, including international assignments.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, undergo a lengthy training program, and maintain firearms proficiency. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to perform under high-pressure

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates 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 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

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. Marshals work both aboard aircraft and on the ground, often with little preparation time, and travel frequently, including international assignments.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, undergo a lengthy training program, and maintain firearms proficiency. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to perform under high-pressure