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The mission of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service (LE/FAMS) is to promote public confidence in the security of our nation's transportation domain. To achieve this mission, LE/FAMS deploys Federal Air Marshals on U.S. aircraft both internationally and domestically to detect, deter, and defeat criminal, terrorist, and hostile activities that target our nation's transportation systems.

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Open & closing dates

09/15/2021 to 10/10/2021
Salary

$43,639 - $67,612 per year
Pay scale & grade

SV G
Locations

MANY vacancies in the following locations:
Additional locations are listed below.
Telework eligible

No
Travel Required

76% or greater - Applicants will only be considered for locations for which they apply. Federal Air Marshals may be reassigned to different geographic locations throughout their tenure. Employees will be required to sign a Mobility Agreement as a condition of employment.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-Time
Service

Excepted
Promotion potential

I
Job family (Series)

1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Top Secret
Drug test

Yes
Position sensitivity and risk

Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

National security
Announcement number

FAM-F22-F001
Control number

614043100

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Salary range listed does not include Locality Pay (Chantilly, VA. 30.48%; Charlotte, NC. 17.44%; Chelsea, MA. 29.11%; Chicago, IL. 28.59%; College Park, GA. 22.16%; Coppell, TX. 24.98%; Denver, CO. 27.13%; East Orange, NJ. 33.98%; Edina, MN. 24.66%; El Segundo, CA. 32.41%; Hanover, MD. 30.48%; Houston, TX. 33.32%; Las Vegas, NV. 17.68%; Orlando, FL. 15.95%; Queens, NY. 33.98%; Renton, WA. 27.02%; Romulus, MI. 27.32%; South San Francisco, CA. 41.44%; Sunrise, FL. 23.51%; Tinicum, PA. 26.04%).

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An entry level Federal Air Marshal serves as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer for the Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service (LE/FAMS). The Federal Air Marshals' primary function is to protect commercial passenger flights by deterring and countering the risk of terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other crimes to protect the nation's transportation infrastructure. Federal Air Marshals are equipped to operate independently in a highly stressful environment with little or no back-up available. Duties may include but are not limited to:

Participating in multi-agency task forces involving other federal, state, and local agencies in support of an integrated Federal law enforcement and intelligence approach to proactively fight terrorism.
Coordinating and administering law enforcement, investigative, analytical, or advisory activities to ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, and other mandatory guidelines.
Making arrests without warrants for any offense against the United States committed in their presence, or for any felony cognizable under the laws of the United States if there is probable cause to believe that a felony is being or has been committed. Seeking and executing warrants for arrest or seizure of evidence upon probable cause that a violation has been committed; and identifying and interviewing witnesses and suspects.
Presenting information regarding law enforcement activities to the appropriate U.S. Attorney, as necessary. Such law enforcement activities may involve matters of extreme sensitivity with difficult planning and coordination problems because of jurisdictional concerns involving other nations, and federal, state, county, and local governments
This position is a primary Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) position and is covered under the Special LEO Retirement Provisions. Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) is approved for this position to compensate for unscheduled duty in excess of a basic workweek. Federal Air Marshals must work or be available to work an average of two extra hours per non excludable work day. LEAP is not authorized until all initial training requirements are successfully completed and upon issue of the Federal Air Marshal badge and credential.

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Conditions of Employment

See "Key Requirements" in the "Qualifications" Section.

You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Applicants will not be eligible for consideration under this Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) for the following reasons:

If you have a Fail/Denied Pre-Hire Adjudication from TSA Personnel Security within the previous two years of the closing of this JOA (9/28/2021).
If you have a Fail result from the computer based test, the Federal Air Marshal Assessment Battery (FAB), within twelve (12) months of the closing of this JOA (9/28/2021).
If you have a Fail result from the Field Office Panel Interview within twelve (12) months of the closing of this JOA (9/28/2021).
If you are over the age of 37, or reach age 37 at anytime during the process, and did not provide proof of employment in a Federal civilian law enforcement position covered by Federal civilian law enforcement retirement provisions. (NOTE: Preference eligible veterans are permitted a waiver allowing for entry on duty prior to their 40th birthday).

Qualifications

To qualify for the SV-G Pay Band (equivalent to GS-5/7/9), you must meet one of the qualification requirements (A, B, OR C) outlined below. A. Experience: For those qualifying using experience, your application must clearly outline three years of progressively responsible general experience, one year of which was equivalent to at least the SV-F Pay Band or GS-4 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Such experience will demonstrate the ability to: analyze problems, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. OR B. Education: Bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field from an accredited college or university. OR C. Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements, and may be computed by first determining the total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the position; then determining the education as a percentage of the education required for the position; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for the position.

Note: If you are attempting to qualify based on education, in whole or in part, you MUST submit a copy of your transcript(s) from an accredited college or university (for each school attended) to establish qualifications based upon education. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts may be required at a later date.

NOTE: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio (i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime).

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

CITIZENSHIP: Selectees must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
AGE: Applicant must be at least 21 years old at the time of application. Prior to appointment, an applicant must not have reached his or her 37th birthday unless the applicant can provide proof of current or previous service in a Federal civilian law enforcement retirement-covered position (after subtracting the year/months of prior Federal service worked in a primary law enforcement position, the applicant must be less than 37 years of age). This is a rigorous/primary law enforcement position. Applicants who reach age 37 at any time during the process up to entry on duty and did not provide proof of a Federal civilian law enforcement position covered by Federal civilian law enforcement retirement provisions, will be disqualified. (NOTE: Preference eligible veterans are permitted a waiver allowing for entry on duty prior to their 40th birthday).
POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION: Selectees must successfully complete and achieve favorable results on a law enforcement pre-employment polygraph examination. If applicants have previously taken a Department of Homeland Security-administered polygraph within the last three years, favorable or unfavorable results from that polygraph examination may apply to this announcement. Those who take the polygraph under this announcement will be required to travel at their own expense to the examination location. Polygraph examinations are typically conducted in Atlantic City, NJ and in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. (NOTE: This requirement also applies to any current TSA employee. An unfavorable polygraph examination may result in negative administrative actions, up to and including separation from federal service).
PHYSICAL ABILITY: Federal Air Marshals engage in moderate to arduous physical exertion. As such, Federal Air Marshal selectees must successfully pass the medical screening process and physical requirements for law enforcement officers. Federal Air Marshals are required to engage the use of defensive tactics and physical control techniques.
MEDICAL CLEARANCE: Selectees will be required to pass a pre-employment medical examination and maintain medical standards.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING: Selectees must pass drug and alcohol screening and will be subject to random drug and alcohol tests.
BACKGROUND and SECURITY CLEARANCE: This position is designated as “Critical Sensitive”. Completion of a full field investigation is required. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security clearance.
FIREARMS: Federal Air Marshals are required to carry a firearm and maintain firearms proficiency as part of conducting law enforcement activities. Federal Air Marshals may be required to use deadly force, if necessary.
LAUTENBERG NOTICE: Title 18 USC, Section 922 (g) automatically disqualifies anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence from being appointed to this position. Selectees must complete the Qualifications Declaration and Inquiry for Positions Requiring the Possession of Firearms or Ammunition Form prior to appointment, and annually thereafter.
FEDERAL AIR MARSHAL TRAINING PROGRAM: Selectees must attend and successfully complete a rigorous, in-resident law enforcement training program that lasts for 17 consecutive weeks.
HOURS OF DUTY AND TRAVEL: Federal Air Marshals are required to constantly travel while on duty. Federal Air Marshals are subject to 24-hour on-call duty. Shifts are often longer than eight hours, requiring irregular schedules based on the needs of the LE/FAMS. Flexible schedules are not available and employees must agree to perform the duties and duty tours as assigned. Federal Air Marshals travel at various times which routinely requires overnight stays in domestic and international locations that may be dangerous or present health hazards.
TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENTS: Federal Air Marshals must be available for permanent or long-term temporary (e.g., 30-day, 90-day, and 120-day) assignments in any U.S. or international location in which the LE/FAMS operates.
DRIVER’S LICENSE: Selectees must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license prior to appointment.
OTHER DOCUMENTS: Selectees must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport book, and a government-issued travel card.

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Additional information

Applicants will only be considered for those duty locations to which they indicate a preference.

Eligibility to apply for other Federal positions: TSA is an Excepted Service agency exempt from most of Title 5 United States Code, including regulations which apply to displaced Federal employees (CTAP/ICTAP) of other agencies, and employment with TSA does not confer "Competitive Status" that generally results from selection and service in Competitive Service agencies. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has established an Interchange Agreement, which allows most permanent TSA employees to apply and be considered for vacancies in Competitive Service agencies. Information from OPM on this or other Interchange Agreements is available at: http://www.opm.gov.

E-Verify: Department of Home Security uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities at: https://www.e-verify.gov.

Military: TSA employees who are absent for the purpose of performing military duty may apply for any vacancies announced in their absence.

Fair Employment: It is the policy of the Government not to deny employment simply because an individual has been unemployed or has had financial difficulties that have arisen through no fault of the individual. Information about an individual's employment experience will be used only to determine the person's qualifications and to assess his or her relative level of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Although an individual's personal conduct may be relevant in any employment decision, including conduct during periods of unemployment or evidence of dishonesty in handling financial matters, financial difficulty that has arisen through no fault of the individual will generally not itself be the basis of an unfavorable suitability or fitness determination.

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Payment of relocation expenses (Permanent Change of Station) is not authorized.

Trial Period: You may be subject to completion of a trial period, if required by TSA MD 1100.31-1, Trial Periods.

Pay Setting: Initial pay will be set in accordance with TSA MD 1100.53-7, Setting Pay Upon Appointment, and 1100.53.8, Setting Pay After Appointment.

Promotion Potential: The highest pay band of a non-supervisory Federal Air Marshal is SV-1801-I. However, applicants will be hired only at the G Band level under this vacancy announcement. Movement to a higher level will depend on the employee's ability to do more complex, higher level work; there is no guarantee of promotion.

Selective Service: Selective Service Registration is required. TSA policy requires verification of Selective Service registration for male applicants born after 12/31/59. For more information go to: https://www.sss.gov/

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Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.

Employees who transfer to TSA from an agency that allows employees to maintain an annual leave balance higher than the maximum accumulation for the appointed position will have their leave ceiling set to the maximum accumulation for the appointed position (e.g., United States duty location - 240 hours, foreign duty location - 360 hours, or TSES position - 720 hours). TSA will not make a monetary payment for any leave forfeited under these circumstances.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience and/or related education reflected in your resume and supporting documentation. You are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of the competencies required for this position. In your resume, please list all of your employment activities, beginning with the present and working back no more than 10 years, and include the beginning and ending dates for each. You should list all full-time and part-time work, paid and unpaid, and the number of hours worked per week for each. You should also list all consulting/contracting work, all military service duty locations, temporary military duty locations over 90 days, self-employment, or other paid work, and all periods of unemployment. The entire period must be accounted for without breaks. EXCEPTION: Do not list employment that occurred prior to your 18th birthday.

Initially, applicants will be evaluated through an online application process. Applicants will be asked a series of occupational assessment questions linked to the competencies determined necessary for successful job performance. These responses will then be used to rate (pass/fail) applicants relative to the requirements for this position. The most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration through the remainder of the assessment process.

NOTE: The following steps in the hiring process may require the applicant to travel at his or her own expense.

Referred Applicants: Applicants will be required to pass the FAMS Assessment Battery (FAB), which includes writing, logic-based reasoning, and situational judgment components. Additional information on the FAB computer-based assessment can be obtained by clicking on the following link: FAMS Prep Guide. Applicants with a Pass result from the FAB within twelve (12) months of the closing of this JOA (9/28/2021) will not have to retake the FAB. The Pass result will carry over to this JOA hiring cycle.

Applicants who successfully pass the FAB will be required to complete a panel interview at a specified FAMS field office. Applicants who successfully pass the panel interview will then be required to complete a Physical Training Assessment (PTA), be interviewed by a field office executive, and have their fingerprints taken. Further information regarding the PTA can be found at the following link: PTA Training Guide.

The ability to adjust scheduling for the aforementioned steps is extremely limited.

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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

In addition to a resume and the assessment questions, you must submit copies of any of the following documents if you are applying based on current or former Federal Government Status (if you are not a current TSA employee), Veterans' Preference, or education or a combination of education and experience:

SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action - Current TSA employees are not required to submit an SF-50 to support eligibility for internal/status consideration.

If you are not a current TSA employee: you must submit your most recent personnel action SF-50 (or equivalent document) to support your eligibility for Status consideration. If you elect Status for the consideration of your application without submitting an SF-50 demonstrating your current or previous permanent Federal employment status, and you are not a current TSA employee, your application may not receive Status consideration.

DD-214 - If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, provide a copy of your DD-214 (Member Copy 4) Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other appropriate documentation to prove your entitlement and to provide verification of an Honorable Discharge. Failure to provide this documentation will result in your application not receiving 5-point preference.

Documentation Required - If you are claiming Veterans' Preference based upon a Compensable Disability, or Widow/Widower, Spouse or Parent Entitlement, or as a Purple Heart recipient, you must submit a DD-214 or other proof of military service and separation; an SF-15, and all documentation listed as required in the SF-15. The required proof of disability (i.e., Department of Veterans Affairs letter or statement from a branch of the Armed Forces must be dated 1991 or later). Failure to provide this documentation will result in your application not receiving 10-point preference.

Transcripts - If you wish to qualify for this position based on your education, in whole or in part, you MUST submit transcript(s) from each accredited college or university that you attended. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application, but official transcripts may be required at a later date.

Law Enforcement SF-50 - Proof of a Federal civilian law enforcement position covered by Federal civilian law enforcement retirement provisions for applicants over age 37 or those who will reach age 37 at any time during the process up to entry on duty. (NOTE: Preference eligible veterans are permitted a waiver allowing for entry on duty prior to their 40th birthday). Current TSA employees are required to submit a Law Enforcement SF-50 to support eligibility regarding the age qualification.

ALL APPLICANTS WHO APPLIED UNDER ANY PREVIOUS FEDERAL AIR MARSHAL ANNOUNCEMENT MUST REAPPLY UNDER THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION. Applicants who applied to the FAM-F21-F001 Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) should note that assessment results (pass or fail) will carry over to the hiring process for this hiring effort. Applicants may not re-take the FAMS Assessment Battery or Panel Interview in order to improve the outcome of previous results. Applicants who failed the Pre-employment Background Check or polygraph assessment are not eligible to apply to this Job Opportunity Announcement.

All of the following must be received in our office by 11:59 PM EST (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date of this announcement. This includes both online and mailed application materials. If we do not receive all required information by the closing date, your application may not be considered.

Your application must include:

1. Resume
2. Self-Assessment Questionnaire for this position
3. Applicable supporting documents (see Required Documents Section)

Click the "Apply Online" button below and follow the prompts to apply. We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the HC ServeU Customer Care before the closing of this announcement for alternative options on how to apply. Please email your question or concern to HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov.

When contacting the HC ServeU Customer Care please provide your contact information, the Job Announcement Number of the position you are interested in, and your questions or concerns.

Agency contact information

HC ServeU Customer Care

Phone: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
TDD: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
Fax: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
Email: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
Address: DHS/Transportation Security Administration
6363 Walker Lane
Suite 400
Suite 201
Alexandria, Virginia 22310
United States

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Next steps

You will be notified of your status as assessment phases are completed. You may also check your application status by visiting the Candidate Portal.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Sunrise, FL MANY vacancies
College Park, GA MANY vacancies
Chicago, IL MANY vacancies
Chelsea, MA MANY vacancies
Hanover, MD MANY vacancies
Romulus, MI MANY vacancies
Edina, MN MANY vacancies
Charlotte, NC MANY vacancies
West Orange, NJ MANY vacancies
Las Vegas, NV MANY vacancies
Queens, NY MANY vacancies
Tinicum, PA MANY vacancies
Coppell, TX MANY vacancies
Houston, TX MANY vacancies
Chantilly, VA MANY vacancies
Renton, WA MANY vacancies

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When contacting the HC ServeU Customer Care please provide your contact information, the Job Announcement Number of the position you are interested in, and your questions or concerns.

Agency contact information

HC ServeU Customer Care

Phone: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
TDD: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
Fax: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
Email: HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov
Address: DHS/Transportation Security Administration
6363 Walker Lane
Suite 400
Suite 201
Alexandria, Virginia 22310
United States

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

You will be notified of your status as assessment phases are completed. You may also check your application status by visiting the Candidate Portal.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Sunrise, FL MANY vacancies
College Park, GA MANY vacancies
Chicago, IL MANY vacancies
Chelsea, MA MANY vacancies
Hanover, MD MANY vacancies
Romulus, MI MANY vacancies
Edina, MN MANY vacancies
Charlotte, NC MANY vacancies
West Orange, NJ MANY vacancies
Las Vegas, NV MANY vacancies
Queens, NY MANY vacancies
Tinicum, PA MANY vacancies
Coppell, TX MANY vacancies
Houston, TX MANY vacancies
Chantilly, VA MANY vacancies
Renton, WA MANY vacancies

Help

Reviewing applications

Open & closing dates

09/15/2021 to 10/10/2021
Salary

$43,639 - $67,612 per year
Pay scale & grade

SV G
Locations

MANY vacancies in the following locations:
Additional locations are listed below.
Telework eligible

No
Travel Required

76% or greater - Applicants will only be considered for locations for which they apply. Federal Air Marshals may be reassigned to different geographic locations throughout their tenure. Employees will be required to sign a Mobility Agreement as a condition of employment.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-Time
Service

Excepted
Promotion potential

I
Job family (Series)

1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series
Supervisory status

No
Security clearance

Top Secret
Drug test

Yes
Position sensitivity and risk

Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

National security
Announcement number

FAM-F22-F001
Control number

614043100

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/614043100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

Federal Air Marshal (Multiple Locations)

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Overview

Open & closing dates

Salary

Pay scale & grade

Locations

Telework eligible

Travel Required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment type

Work schedule

Service

Promotion potential

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Drug test

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Announcement number

Control number

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Duties

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

Education

Additional information

Benefits

How You Will Be Evaluated

Benefits

Required Documents

How to Apply

Agency contact information

Next steps

Fair and Transparent

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Required Documents

How to Apply

Agency contact information

Next steps

Fair & Transparent

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