On-Call Federal Air Marshal: Protect Flights Worldwide

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

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration is hiring Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. This role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Positions involve irregular schedules, travel, and assignments at field offices; applicants must meet basic requirements, be U.S. citizens, and obtain Top Secret clearance; the pay ranges from $30 to $60 per hour with a fulltime

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• A qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience
• Transcript requirements may apply when education is used to qualify

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats
• Work discreetly aboard domestic and international flights
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup
• Carry and maintain firearms proficiency for federal duties
• Engage in investigations, interviews, and multi-agency operations
• Support ground-based security and counterterrorism missions
• Participate in special assignments, including Counter-UAS operations

Skills

Discretion

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Judgment under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration is hiring Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights from terrorism and other threats. This role requires discretion, sound judgment, physical readiness, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.

Positions involve irregular schedules, travel, and assignments at field offices; applicants must meet basic requirements, be U.S. citizens, and obtain Top Secret clearance; the pay ranges from $30 to $60 per hour with a fulltime