Careers and Jobs
The Forest Service’s mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. For more than 100 years, this mission has brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation.
Be part of an agency that is values based, purpose driven, and relationship focused. We are committed to a diverse workforce that strengthens connections to the land and manages resources in the forests we manage for the American people. We strive to live up to our promise of “caring for the land and serving people.”
All vacancy announcements are posted at USAJOBS.gov.
Hiring Resources
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Working for Mt. Hood National Forest
Located 50 miles east of Portland, Oregon, Mt. Hood National Forest covers 1.1 million acres, stretching from the Columbia River Gorge to the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. The Forest is known for its namesake, Mt. Hood, the tallest mountain in the state. Mt. Hood National Forest offers a range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, skiing, and camping. The forest provides critical water resources for the region and is known for its robust fisheries program.
The Forest has four main duty locations:
- Sandy, OR (Clackamas River Ranger District & Forest Headquarters)
- Zigzag, OR (Zigzag Ranger District)
- Dufur, OR (Barlow Ranger District)
- Parkdale, OR (Hood River Ranger District)
Forest Service Careers
Established in 1905, the Forest Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is the nation’s foremost federal forestry organization. The Forest Service offers a wide variety of career opportunities that span communities nationwide. Learn more!
Careers in Fire
The Pacific Northwest and Alaska Regions have more than 1,500 fire positions spread across the National Forests of Alaska, Oregon and Washington. These positions range from Fire Management Officer to Fuels Specialist to Fire Forestry Technician.