Federal Air Marshal - On-Call, Global Travel

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation against terrorism and criminal threats. Duties include discreetly patrolling flights, assessing threats, and maintaining firearms proficiency.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria, including background checks and security clearances, with duties that involve irregular schedules and extensive travel.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience with problem-solving, planning, organization, and communication.
• 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.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects as required.
• Make arrests and seek or execute warrants within legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support ground-based transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform other specialized assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Education

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Bachelor's degree or higher

Qualifying combination of education and experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation against terrorism and criminal threats. Duties include discreetly patrolling flights, assessing threats, and maintaining firearms proficiency.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria, including background checks and security clearances, with duties that involve irregular schedules and extensive travel.