Elite Flight Security Officer (Federal Air Marshal)

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. These roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with assignments on flights and on the ground.

This full-time position offers irregular schedules, frequent travel, and the opportunity to serve in a high-stakes law-enforcement environment.

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; or a qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.
• Transcripts may be required if education is used to qualify.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other criminal threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• 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.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Discretion

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. These roles require discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with assignments on flights and on the ground.

This full-time position offers irregular schedules, frequent travel, and the opportunity to serve in a high-stakes law-enforcement environment.