Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights, Respond On-Call

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wolcott, VT, is seeking Federal Air Marshals. The role involves protecting commercial flights from threats, working both on planes and on the ground, and operating under high-pressure conditions.

The position requires readiness for irregular schedules, extensive travel, and strict background checks. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal communication.
• A 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 for federal duties.
• Conduct law enforcement, investigative, analytical, and advisory activities.
• Interview witnesses or suspects as required.
• Make arrests and seek 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 assignments, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems work.

Skills

Problem solving

Planning

Organization

Written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Wolcott, VT, is seeking Federal Air Marshals. The role involves protecting commercial flights from threats, working both on planes and on the ground, and operating under high-pressure conditions.

The position requires readiness for irregular schedules, extensive travel, and strict background checks. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience.