Elite Federal Flight Security Officer

Airport Security Jobs Center; Glenwood (AR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. These positions require discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Assignments may be domestic or international, with irregular schedules, travel, and extended duties away from home. Candidates must meet stringent eligibility criteria, complete training, and obtain a Top Secret

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; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Review transcripts if education is used to qualify; qualification standards vary by vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other 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 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 legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. These positions require discretion, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Assignments may be domestic or international, with irregular schedules, travel, and extended duties away from home. Candidates must meet stringent eligibility criteria, complete training, and obtain a Top Secret