Federal Air Marshal: High-Impact, On-Call Aviation Security

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Bayard, WV is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist activity and other threats. These officers operate on aircraft and on the ground, maintaining high readiness and discretion in challenging environments.

The role requires firearms proficiency, physical fitness, and the ability to work independently with irregular schedules and frequent travel. A bachelor's degree or higher plus relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

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

Discretion

Judgment

Physical fitness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

3 years progressively responsible experience

Combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Bayard, WV is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorist activity and other threats. These officers operate on aircraft and on the ground, maintaining high readiness and discretion in challenging environments.

The role requires firearms proficiency, physical fitness, and the ability to work independently with irregular schedules and frequent travel. A bachelor's degree or higher plus relevant experience is required.