Federal Air Marshal — On-Call Flight Security Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan / retirement

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals for duty locations including Athens, AL. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Travel is frequent with assignments possibly on short notice. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, have a 21+ age minimum, and be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor's degree or higher, or a combination of education and experience.
• Qualifying transcripts may be required for education-based qualification.
• Candidates must meet basic eligibility requirements for federal law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorism, piracy, and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Carry firearms and maintain required law enforcement proficiency.
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and multi-agency operations as needed.
• Participate in ground-based security and counterterrorism missions.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals for duty locations including Athens, AL. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, firearms proficiency, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Travel is frequent with assignments possibly on short notice. Applicants must meet basic eligibility, have a 21+ age minimum, and be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance.