Travel-Ready Federal Air Marshal

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

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Utica is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and safeguard passengers from terrorist threats. Role involves discreet operations on domestic and international trips, high readiness, and adherence to federal law enforcement standards.

Candidates must meet stringent eligibility, pass extensive assessments, and be prepared for irregular schedules, travel, and security clearances.

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

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, which may include Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Three years of progressively responsible experience

Qualifying combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in Utica is seeking Federal Air Marshals to protect commercial flights and safeguard passengers from terrorist threats. Role involves discreet operations on domestic and international trips, high readiness, and adherence to federal law enforcement standards.

Candidates must meet stringent eligibility, pass extensive assessments, and be prepared for irregular schedules, travel, and security clearances.