Federal Air Marshal: Elite Flight Security Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Williston, VT is recruiting Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and passengers. This position combines field work aboard domestic and international flights with rigorous training and ongoing firearms proficiency.

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements, possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and be prepared for irregular schedules, travel, and security clearances typical of federal law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates problem‑solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication; or
• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
• 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 communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Combination of education and experience

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Williston, VT is recruiting Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and passengers. This position combines field work aboard domestic and international flights with rigorous training and ongoing firearms proficiency.

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements, possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and be prepared for irregular schedules, travel, and security clearances typical of federal law enforcement.