Seasonal/Temporary Jobs

The Gifford Pinchot National Forest fills multiple seasonal positions each fall for the following summer at the following locations in Southwest Washington: Amboy, Carson, Randle, Trout Lake, Toutle, and Vancouver. 

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Current Opportunities

We have finished our temporary hiring for Summer Season 2025. 

Please check back in September 2025 for information on 2026 temporary positions.

For questions contact kara.hardenegan@usda.gov

Search www.usajobs.gov to see current federal opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin.

Step 1 - Create a USAJOBS account (if you do not already have one) at www.usajobs.gov. It is recommended that as part of your profile you set up automatic email notification to be informed when the status of your application changes. If you choose not to set up this automatic notification, then you will have to log into your USAJOBS account to check on the status of your application.

Step 2 - Create a Resume with USAJOBS or upload a Resume into your USAJOBS account. You may want to customize your resume to ensure it documents duties and accomplishments you have gained that are directly related to this position in order to verify that qualifications are met. In addition, your resume must support your responses to the online questionnaire (you may preview the online questionnaire by clicking on the link at the end of the How You Will Be Evaluated section of the job announcement).

Step 3 - Click "Apply Online" and follow the prompts to complete the Occupational Questionnaire and attach any additional documents that may be required.

Watch an educational prerecorded webinar at one at the links below.

Navigating USA Jobs (prerecorded): Application Tips and Webinars | US Forest Service

Tips for Job Seekers (prerecorded): Tips for Job Seekers - Recruitment Webinars

Hiring Eligibilities and Qualifications (prerecorded): Hiring Eligibilities and Qualifications - Recruitment Webinars

How to Write a Federal Resume (prerecorded): How to Write a Federal Resume - Recruitment Webinars