Careers and Jobs
The Hoosier National Forest, one of Indiana’s premier Federal resources, provides outstanding stewardship by restoring, maintaining, and interpreting our public’s cultural and natural resources. To do this we employ staff in a variety of professional, administrative, technical, and clerical positions. The following information can connect you with websites and resources to learn more about searching for and applying to jobs with the Hoosier National Forest.
Recent and Upcoming Openings
Current Openings on the Hoosier
The Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society (RGS & AWS) partners with the Hoosier National Forest to turn active forest management into real conservation results. Timber management, prescribed fire, invasive species control, and non-commercial restoration all help create diverse forests that support ruffed grouse, American woodcock, and other wildlife.
We are hiring a dedicated Forest Wildlife Specialist to increase on-the-ground capacity for this work. You will prepare timber sales alongside USFS staff, support habitat treatments, and take part in prescribed fire activities. Over time, you will gain the skills and qualifications to take greater ownership of field assignments and assigned restoration projects.
This is a chance to build a broad professional foundation rather than work in only one forestry specialty. You will join a mission-driven conservation team, work across the Hoosier National Forest, and see how technical forestry work translates into lasting habitat improvements.
Position description/recruitment notice - open October 30 - November 30 or until filled
Current National and Regional Hiring Events
Upcoming Positions on the Hoosier (Outreach Database)
Forester (Silvicultural) - Read information about the position and send the hiring official information indicating your interest. You will be notified when the vacancy announcement opens and applications will be accepted in usajobs.gov.
Student Employment Opportunities
Whether you’re in high school, college, or graduate school, you could be eligible for a variety of special opportunities for students in the Forest Service. The agency utilizes the Pathways Program when hiring students and recent graduates interested in working for the Forest Service.
Employment Opportunities for Military Veterans
Military veterans account for 12 percent of our workforce. We use several hiring authorities to help our men and women in uniform gain employment such as:
