Elite Flight Security Officer (Air Marshal) — On-Call Travel

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals. The role involves protecting commercial flights, discreet work aboard domestic and international flights, and rapid threat assessment.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, including U.S. citizenship, 21+, ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, and pass training. This is a full-time, on-site position with irregular schedules and travel.

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 required for federal law enforcement duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals. The role involves protecting commercial flights, discreet work aboard domestic and international flights, and rapid threat assessment.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, including U.S. citizenship, 21+, ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, and pass training. This is a full-time, on-site position with irregular schedules and travel.