Employment

All current Forest Service job vacancies are posted on USAJobs.gov. On USAJobs, create a profile, search for jobs, sign-up for vacancy announcements, apply for jobs, and check the status of job applications. 

How to apply: 

• View the Forest Service How to Apply webpage
• Check more tips on applying for Forest Service jobs.

Find out more about seasonal jobs in national forests across Oregon and Washington.

Fire Hire 

Permanent firefighter & fire management jobs are hired regionwide through Fire Hire.  There are multiple 10-day rounds of Fire Hire. Learn more about applying through Fire Hire.  

Permanent Employment

All permanent jobs are advertised through USAJOBS. You can search the openings by agency, location, salary range, or by "series" (a system for identifying the type of work). Some positions are only open to current Federal Employees; only the jobs open to everyone will be shown in the search results.

Opportunities for Students, Recent Graduates

• Pathways for Students and Recent Graduates to Federal Careers
• Internships and Career Opportunities

Opportunities for Youth

(with partner organizations)

• Earth Corps
• Student Conservation Association (SCA)
• Northwest Youth Corps
• Pacific Northwest Trail Association Youth Programs

Volunteer

Volunteers are the heartbeat of the Forest Service. The types of work a volunteer can perform are many and varied. Learn more about volunteer opportunities with the Forest Service.