Jobs that are moving land management into the future!

• Outreaches
• USAJOBS
• How to Apply
• Federal Resume Writing
• Hiring Eligibilities

We offer a variety of opportunities like student and volunteer programs, as well as full-time and temporary employment for people with skills in several areas. Join a workforce with purpose! Apply on USAJOBS.

• Now Hiring

  

  Anything but ordinary! Make a lasting impact on the world and unlock rewarding opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. Join the Forest Service and be a part of the legendary Southwestern Region! Apply today. Current and Upcoming Forest Service Job Opportunities

  San Bernardino NF Non-Fire Jobs

• Fire Hire

  

  Each year we hire permanent wildland fire positions during our Fire Hire event, usually in September or early October. Explore opportunities to work with us as a part of our wildland firefighting community! Start your career as a wildland firefighter apprentice. Learn more about the program and apply August-October.

  • San Bernardino NF Fire Hire
  • Pacific Southwest Region Fire Hire
  • Wildland Firefighter Apprentice Program

• Temporary Jobs

  

  We hire temporary workers to complete vital conservation and restoration work across the region. Temporary employment is a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience and network with Forest Service employees - apply today!

  Temporary Jobs

• Pathways Programs

  

  Pathways Programs provide paid federal government employment opportunities for high school students, undergraduates, postgraduates, and recent graduates.

  • USDA Pathways Program
  • Pathways Applicant Information

• Young People

  

  The Forest Service has multiple opportunities for young people, including Job Corps, Youth Conservation Corps, the Resource Assistants Program and more.

  Conservation, Job Corps, and More

• Volunteering

  

  Volunteers make significant contributions to the legacy of conservation for future generations. Contact your National Forest or follow the link below to find out more.

  Become a Volunteer

Forest Service Opportunity eXplorer (FOX) 

• Hiring Events

  

  Our hiring events take place throughout the year, and we often partner with large national conventions. Hiring events focus on entry-level candidates and allow equal opportunities for all to start rewarding Forest Service careers–where the work you do truly matters.

  Positions are available nationwide. Careers include: Accounting/Finance, Administration, Customer Service, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Healthcare, Human Resources, Law, Law Enforcement/Security, and more.

  Who can apply: The public, military veterans, National Guard, Reserve, Active Duty, retired, separated, and spouses.

  Recruitment and Hiring

Hiring Events Calendar.

Recently Recorded Webinars

• Tips for Job Seekers
• Hiring Eligibility and Qualifications
• How to Write a Federal Resume
• Navigating USAJOBS.gov

You may be prompted to download the free Microsoft Teams application. All webinars are available on-demand at the same link after the date listed. To see a full calendar of our webinars and hiring events, please visit our:

Working with the US Forest Service

Find a US Forest Service job - The Forest Service offers positions for both permanent and temporary employees.

How to Apply - Be sure to review the vacancy announcement carefully and follow Where to Apply and How to Apply directions when submitting your application.

Salary & Benefits - Like most federal workers, US Forest Service employees are paid on the General Schedule (GS) pay plan.

Forest Service Careers in Fire Videos

• Resource Assistants Program

  

  Resource assistants help the Forest Service accomplish mission-critical work as we work to attract and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce.

  • Resource Assistants Program
  • Resource Assistants Program Fact Sheet