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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. More than ever, we realize the urgent need to recruit and retain a diverse and highly-skilled workforce to steward our shared natural resources in service to the dynamic needs of the American people.

The Pacific Northwest Region posts all vacancy announcements at USAJOBS.  Forest Service units within the Region utilize the Forest Service Outreach Database to outreach specific vacant positions.

Forest Service Careers

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The Forest Service offers a wide variety of career opportunities that span communities nationwide. Learn more about common careers with the agency, current opportunities, and get tips on how to apply.

Careers in Fire

A firefighter uses a driptorch to carefully apply fire to the landscape where structures have been properly protected/wrapped ahead of operations.

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 Forest Fire Management Officer to Wildland Firefighter. 

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Last updated December 4, 2025