Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights, On-Call Duty

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and passengers. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with duty locations that may vary and include international travel. The selection includes rigorous assessments and security-clearance steps.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet education/experience criteria; positions are full-time with irregular schedules and 24‑hour on‑call expectations.

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.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and able to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• Must pass background, drug screening, medical evaluation, polygraph, and meet physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and other threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Identify witnesses or suspects and interview when required.
• Make arrests and seek or execute warrants within legal authority.
• Coordinate with multi‑agency partners and support security missions.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written communication

Verbal communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Post-secondary education

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect flights and passengers. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and firearms proficiency, with duty locations that may vary and include international travel. The selection includes rigorous assessments and security-clearance steps.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet education/experience criteria; positions are full-time with irregular schedules and 24‑hour on‑call expectations.