The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service announced plans to hire up to 2,000 seasonal positions for the upcoming summer recreation season in a recent news release, helping to support active management work and improve access and experiences on national forests and grasslands.
“Hiring these seasonal positions is essential to delivering the services visitors rely on,” Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz said in the release. “Our seasonal employees are active members of the communities they serve. They keep forests open and accessible, campgrounds and other facilities clean, and neighboring towns thriving. It’s a direct investment in the people who make our national forests and grasslands special.”
Now that the Forest Service has streamlined its hiring process and shortened hiring timeframes, seasonal employees can begin work earlier — opening more opportunities for people in rural communities to compete for jobs close to home, according to the release.
“This year, we’re focusing our recruitment within the communities we serve,” added Schultz. “Local residents bring invaluable knowledge, pride, and a strong connection to the places we care for. We are excited to offer more opportunities for people who want to work close to home.”
These positions are in addition to seasonal fire hiring already underway. Residents interested in seasonal employment with the Forest Service can check for opportunities and hiring events near them.
Interested applicants must apply through USAjobs.gov. Application periods, qualifications and start dates vary by position. Applicants are encouraged to review job announcements carefully for deadlines and required materials.
To learn more about Forest Service careers, benefits and upcoming hiring opportunities and events, visit fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/careers.
