Manti-La Sal National Forest now accepting applications for upcoming recreation season

PRICE, UT, February 20, 2026 — The Manti-La Sal National Forest is now accepting applications for seasonal positions for the upcoming recreation season. These roles support summer operations, including campground and trail maintenance, visitor services, and resource management.

“Seasonal employees are the backbone of summer operations—keeping our campgrounds, trails and recreation sites open, safe and welcoming,” said Forest Supervisor Barbara Van Alstine. “These positions offer meaningful work and the chance to support public lands close to home.”

Thirteen positions are available across the forest with duty stations in Ephraim, Ferron, Monticello, and Moab, Utah. Applicants can view job announcements and apply starting today at USAJOBS.gov. Application periods and qualifications vary by position, so review announcements carefully. 

“Seasonal jobs can be a first step into a natural resources career, a way to build experience, or simply a chance to spend the summer working outside,” added Manti-La Sal National Forest Recreation Manager, Jeffs, “We encourage anyone interested to apply.” 

How to Apply

• Applicants can submit applications through USAJOBS.gov beginning Feb. 20.
  • Moab and Monticello, UT positions can be found under announcement number 26-TEMPSRT-NAT-3FS042-5DH on USAJOBS.gov Click here to apply
  • Ephraim and Ferron, UT positions can be found under announcement number 26-TEMPSRT-NAT-3FS041-3DH on USAJOBS.gov Click here to apply  
• Application periods, qualifications, and start dates vary by position. Applicants are encouraged to review job announcements carefully for deadlines and required materials.

Working for the Forest Service

To learn more about Forest Service careers, benefits and upcoming hiring events, visit fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/careers.

About the Forest Service: The USDA Forest Service has for more than 100 years brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation. Grounded in world-class science and technology– and rooted in communities–the Forest Service connects people to nature and to each other. The Forest Service cares for shared natural resources in ways that promote lasting economic, ecological, and social vitality. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, maintains the largest wildland fire and forestry research organizations in the world. The Forest Service also has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 900 million forested acres within the U.S., of which over 130 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.