Federal Air Marshal: On-Call Flight Security & Patrol

TSA Jobs Placement; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Federal retirement benefits

Availability Pay

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and work discreetly aboard domestic and international legs. The role includes law enforcement, interviews, and multi‑agency collaboration.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship and Top Secret clearance. This full-time position offers federal benefits, training, and travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience may qualify.

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 required firearms proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, and advisory activities.
• Identify witnesses or suspects and, when required, interview them.

Skills

Three years of experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and work discreetly aboard domestic and international legs. The role includes law enforcement, interviews, and multi‑agency collaboration.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship and Top Secret clearance. This full-time position offers federal benefits, training, and travel opportunities.