Federal Air Marshal: Elite, Travel‑Ready Law Enforcement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration in Belleville, NY is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. This demanding role involves working aboard domestic and international flights, assessing threats, and enforcing firearms proficiency and other federal requirements.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship, 21+ years old, able to obtain a Top Secret clearance, and able to travel.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating 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 threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Assess developing situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup
• Carry a firearm and maintain proficiency for federal duties
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when required
• Make arrests and seek warrants within legal authority
• 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

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration in Belleville, NY is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. This demanding role involves working aboard domestic and international flights, assessing threats, and enforcing firearms proficiency and other federal requirements.

Applicants must meet basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship, 21+ years old, able to obtain a Top Secret clearance, and able to travel.