Federal Air Marshal in Lumpkin, GA

Federal Screening Careers; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Federal Screening Careers in Lumpkin, GA seeks a Federal Air Marshal for full-time duty, with travel to international and domestic locations. You will protect commercial flights, assess evolving threats, and maintain firearms proficiency in a high-pressure environment.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and a Bachelor’s degree or higher; Top Secret clearance is required. Salary ranges from $30.00 to $60.00 per hour (SV-F).

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in relevant field.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• A qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytic, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects as required.
• Make arrests and seek warrants within 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

3 years experience

Firearms proficiency

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Federal Air Marshal

Federal Air Marshal Opportunities in Lumpkin Federal Air Marshals - commonly called FAMs - are highly trained federal law enforcement officers who protect commercial aviation from terrorism, aircraft piracy, and other criminal threats. Working within TSA's Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service, they operate both in the air and on the ground to help safeguard passengers, flight crews, airports, and the nation's transportation system. This is a demanding career that requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations. Federal Air Marshals travel frequently and may receive assignments with limited advance notice.

Position Details

Location: Lumpkin, GA

Employer: Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security

Pay: $30.00 - $60.00

Pay Band: SV-F

Appointment Type: Fulltime

What Federal Air Marshals Do

• 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.

Experience and Education Requirements

• 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.

Basic Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.


• Must be at least 21 years old when applying.


• Must meet the maximum‑entry‑age requirement for a covered federal law enforcement position unless an authorized exception applies.


• Must successfully complete a full background investigation.


• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.


• Must pass required drug screening, medical evaluation, physical testing, and polygraph examination.


• Must be legally eligible to possess and carry a firearm.


• Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and U.S. passport.


• Must agree to mobility, travel, irregular‑duty, and temporary‑assignment requirements.

Schedule and Travel Requirements

This is not a standard eight‑hour office position. Federal Air Marshals are subject to irregular schedules and 24‑hour on‑call requirements. Duty periods may exceed eight hours and can include nights, weekends, holidays, overnight stays, and travel with little advance notice. Assignments may involve frequent domestic and international travel, including travel to locations that present additional health or security risks. Employees may also receive extended temporary assignments lasting several weeks or months and may be reassigned geographically during their careers.

Physical and Firearms Requirements

Federal Air Marshals must be prepared for moderate to arduous physical activity. The work can involve running, walking, lifting, standing for extended periods, defensive tactics, physical‑control techniques, and operating in confined aircraft environments. Applicants must pass the Federal Air Marshal Physical Ability Test, which assesses exercises such as sit‑ups, push‑ups, and a timed 1.5‑mile run. Selected candidates must also satisfy federal law enforcement medical standards and maintain the firearms proficiency required for the position.

Training Requirements

Selected candidates must successfully complete the required in‑residence Federal Air Marshal law enforcement training program. Training covers areas such as federal law, firearms, physical conditioning, defensive tactics, investigations, aircraft security, and close‑quarters threat response. Successful completion of every required training component is a condition of continued employment.

Federal Law Enforcement Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.


• Paid leave and federal holidays.


• Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.


• Retirement coverage under special provisions for qualifying federal law enforcement officers.


• Availability pay may be provided to compensate for qualifying unscheduled duty beyond the basic workweek. Availability pay generally begins only after the employee completes initial training and receives Federal Air Marshal credentials. Exact eligibility and compensation are governed by the official appointment and federal pay rules.

Federal Air Marshal Hiring Process

• Online application and qualification review.


• Federal Air Marshal Assessment Battery: Writing, logical‑reasoning, and situational‑judgment assessments.


• Physical Ability Test.


• Panel interview and field‑office assessment.


• Fingerprinting and reference checks.


• Pre‑employment polygraph examination.


• Medical and drug screening.


• Full background investigation and security‑clearance review.