Employment

Jobs that are moving land management into the future!

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests accomplishes the mission of caring for the land and serving people with full-time and seasonal employees, as well as volunteers and workers from other special employment and volunteer programs. Duties vary widely and there are opportunities for people with different types of skills and abilities, ranging from the physically challenging job of fighting fires to office jobs.

Some jobs require scientific knowledge such as: wildlife biology, archeology, hydrology, geology, ecology, administrative and computer technologies. Other positions just require a spirit of cooperation and a willingness and ability to learn on-the-job.

Interested in working for the Forest Service? Join a workforce with purpose! Contact a recruiter today.

  • Now Hiring

    USDA Forest Service employee around cut timber

    Review current jobs with the Forest Service, Southwestern Region. 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! 

  • Fire Hire

    Chantel Herrick pile burning at the Kaibab National Forest

    Each year we announce permanent wildland fire jobs during our Fire Hire events. Explore opportunities to work with us as a part of our wildland firefighting community! Now hiring for permament wildland fire positions. 

    Four permanent hiring events each year.

  • Temporary Jobs

    seasonal workers on a mountainside

    Temporary workers 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. ​

    Four temporary hiring events each year.

  • Pathways Programs

    R3 Santa Fe NF District Range Management Specialist Jacob Archuleta (blue helmet) and James Munoz

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

  • Young People

    Hopi Youth Springs Project

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

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