Flight Security Marshal - On-Call Federal Agent

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Federal Air Marshals responsible for protecting commercial flights and conducting high-security operations. The role involves in-flight protection, threat assessment, and collaboration with multi-agency partners to safeguard passengers and crew.

Candidates must meet stringent eligibility criteria, possess or qualify for a Top Secret clearance, and be prepared for irregular schedules, travel, and intensive

Qualifications

• 3 years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating problem-solving, planning, organization, and effective written and verbal 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 commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other criminal threats.
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess developing situations and respond to potential threats with limited backup.
• Carry a firearm and maintain the 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 their legal authority.
• Participate in multi-agency operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement 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 and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Experience-based qualifications

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, is seeking Federal Air Marshals responsible for protecting commercial flights and conducting high-security operations. The role involves in-flight protection, threat assessment, and collaboration with multi-agency partners to safeguard passengers and crew.

Candidates must meet stringent eligibility criteria, possess or qualify for a Top Secret clearance, and be prepared for irregular schedules, travel, and intensive