Federal Air Marshal — Elite Aviation Security Officer

TSA Jobs Placement; Boswell (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals who safeguard commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. The role involves traveling, federal law enforcement duties, and assignments that may require irregular hours and travel.

Applicants must meet rigorous eligibility criteria, including citizenship, age, background checks, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

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 post-secondary education and relevant experience.
• Review the current vacancy carefully because qualification standards and document requirements can change.

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.

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals who safeguard commercial aviation from terrorism and other threats. The role involves traveling, federal law enforcement duties, and assignments that may require irregular hours and travel.

Applicants must meet rigorous eligibility criteria, including citizenship, age, background checks, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.