Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights, Counter Terrorism

TSA Jobs Placement; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals for assignments in Alta, Utah. As a Federal Air Marshal, you will protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, operate discreetly on domestic and international flights, and respond to evolving threats with limited backup.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, undergo extensive training, and maintain firearms proficiency, with opportunities for interagency collaboration and nationwide mobility under a

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in problem-solving and communication.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Or a qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Protect passenger flights from terrorism and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigations, and advisory activities.
• Identify witnesses or suspects when required.
• Make arrests and execute warrants within authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners.
• Support transportation-security and counterterrorism missions.
• Perform assignments including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations.

Skills

Discretion

Judgment

Problem-solving

Planning

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Firearms proficiency

Physical readiness

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking Federal Air Marshals for assignments in Alta, Utah. As a Federal Air Marshal, you will protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, operate discreetly on domestic and international flights, and respond to evolving threats with limited backup.

Candidates must meet strict eligibility, undergo extensive training, and maintain firearms proficiency, with opportunities for interagency collaboration and nationwide mobility under a