Careers and Jobs
Northern Region Fire Hiring
The Northern Region hires hundreds of permanent wildland fire positions across National Forests and Grasslands in north Idaho, Montana, and North Dakota. Hiring for permanent Wildland Firefighter positions happens year-round in a phased approach.
Northern Region Job Update
Page Updated: February 13, 2025 - Updated only when we have new information
This page is updated regularly with the latest job information for the Northern Region (Region 1, R1) Forest Service. We offer a variety of opportunities ranging from student programs to volunteer programs, and full time and temporary employment for people with skills in several hundred areas. Come to work with us.
Jobs being outreached and advertised
- None at this time
Open and Continuous Job Announcements Ready for Application in R1
Open and continuous announcements are job advertisements that are open for long periods of time and include almost every duty station in the Forest Service nationwide. These open and continuous announcements provide the Forest Service with a pool of applicants when vacancies occur. Eligibility and qualifications will be verified when there is a vacancy for the location and grade for which you applied. Applications will expire every 90 days. To remain active for consideration, applicants must resubmit their application. Information on specific locations where jobs are being filled and the dates when applications are due for these locations can be found at Outreaches, or in the list below.
- None at this time
Open and Continuous Job Announcements
- None at this time
Hiring Events:
- Visit our National Recruitment Events page for more information and updates.
Find Help
Do you want help with your resume, applying, career advice, or have other questions?
For questions about career opportunities and applications call 1-877-372-7248 (select option 2 and follow prompts). We’re open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time and closed on all Federal holidays.
To determine if you qualify for jobs and grades, please visit OPM's Basic Requirements.