Federal Air Marshal: Elite On-Call Flight Security

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks Federal Air Marshals. This role protects commercial flights, operates on domestic and international routes, and requires discretion, sound judgment and physical readiness.

Expect irregular schedules, travel, and a comprehensive training program; positions may be assigned outside Ragland based on agency needs. Full-time appointments with federal benefits and security clearances.

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.
• If education is used to qualify, transcripts required; qualification standards and documents may change.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency required for federal law enforcement.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects as required.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Discretion

Judgment

Independent work

Physical readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security seeks Federal Air Marshals. This role protects commercial flights, operates on domestic and international routes, and requires discretion, sound judgment and physical readiness.

Expect irregular schedules, travel, and a comprehensive training program; positions may be assigned outside Ragland based on agency needs. Full-time appointments with federal benefits and security clearances.