Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights & Counter Threats

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave & holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and respond to threats worldwide. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, international travel, and a high level of discipline.

Selected candidates must meet stringent eligibility, pass extensive tests, and complete in‑residence training to obtain credentials and security clearances. Benefits include federal insurance and retirement options.

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; or a qualifying combination of post‑secondary education and relevant experience.
• If education is used to qualify, transcripts must be provided; review the vacancy carefully for exact requirements.

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 required for federal law enforcement duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify and interview witnesses or suspects when 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.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Firearms proficiency

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and respond to threats worldwide. The role requires readiness for irregular schedules, international travel, and a high level of discipline.

Selected candidates must meet stringent eligibility, pass extensive tests, and complete in‑residence training to obtain credentials and security clearances. Benefits include federal insurance and retirement options.