Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Flight Security Expert

Airport Security Jobs Center; Sawyerville (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave & federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration invites applications for Federal Air Marshal opportunities. FAMs protect commercial flights, operate on board and on the ground, and coordinate with multiple agencies to counter threats.

Ideal candidates have a degree or equivalent experience, strong judgment, and the ability to travel frequently with limited notice; successful completion of required training is essential for continued employment.

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 threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• 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.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration invites applications for Federal Air Marshal opportunities. FAMs protect commercial flights, operate on board and on the ground, and coordinate with multiple agencies to counter threats.

Ideal candidates have a degree or equivalent experience, strong judgment, and the ability to travel frequently with limited notice; successful completion of required training is essential for continued employment.