Travel-Ready Federal Air Marshal

Airport Security Jobs Center; Town of Java (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

Federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement benefits

Availability Pay

Job summary

The Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation. You will operate both in the air and on the ground, exercising discretion and sound judgment in high-pressure settings.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, including background checks, fitness, and firearms proficiency, with opportunities for international travel and irregular schedules.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience or a bachelor's degree or higher, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Transcripts required if education is used to qualify; review vacancy for changes in requirements.

Responsibilities

• Protect commercial passenger flights from terrorist activity and related threats.
• Operate discreetly aboard domestic and international flights.
• Assess situations and respond with limited backup.
• Carry firearms and maintain required proficiency for federal duties.

Skills

Discretion

Sound judgment

Physical readiness

Firearms proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Transportation Security Administration, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial aviation. You will operate both in the air and on the ground, exercising discretion and sound judgment in high-pressure settings.

Applicants must meet strict eligibility, including background checks, fitness, and firearms proficiency, with opportunities for international travel and irregular schedules.