Employment

Opportunities for growth and career advancement are limitless within the Forest Service. A career with the Forest Service is a chance to work for nature and leave a lasting impact. Whether you plan to work outdoors as a Forester or indoors as a Human Resources Specialist, there is a place for you on our team. Put your skills to work toward a career that matters!
Per federal law, all Forest Service hiring is done through usajobs.gov. This is the most up-to-date system for finding current openings and announcements. The best way to begin is to set up a profile and resume in USAJOBS and to search for jobs with the USDA Forest Service.
To receive information about upcoming National hiring events and webinars, please sign up on the Forest Service Job Seeker Email Database.
Resumes, Applications, and the Federal Government
- How to Apply
- Official Documents for Applicants
- Applying Using Hiring Authorities
- Persons with Disabilities
- Veterans
- Hiring Webinars
Benefits and Pay
Features
Employment Partner: GeoCorps
The Geological Society of America, through the GeoCorps program, strives to increase the number of geoscientists on-the-ground, contributing to the research and protection of geologic resources and developing education and outreach activities. GeoCorps provides temporary geoscience assignments on National Forests and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands across the U.S. The Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forest is a proud partner of the GeoCorps program.