Federal Air Marshal: Elite On-Call Agent with Frequent Travel

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from threats. This role requires vigilance, discretion, and physical readiness, with assignments that may include domestic and international travel and irregular schedules.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, undergo extensive training, and be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Duty locations vary and final placement is based on agency needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience 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
• 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, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Skills

Three years of experience

Combination of education/experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from threats. This role requires vigilance, discretion, and physical readiness, with assignments that may include domestic and international travel and irregular schedules.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, undergo extensive training, and be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Duty locations vary and final placement is based on agency needs.