Careers and Jobs
The Gifford Pinchot National Forest is managed by the U.S. Forest Service to protect resources on behalf of future generations for the “greatest good.” An Equal Opportunity Employer, the Forest Service is committed to diversity and helping people connect to the land. Vacancy announcements for federal jobs are always listed on the USAJobs. Some special opportunities may be listed under partner websites. We encourage you to create a USAJobs profile and search function as the best way to stay up to date with current openings.
Get Job Alerts to your email inbox:
Places to check:
- To search and apply for available Forest Service jobs, visit USAJobs.gov
- For a list of current and upcoming jobs, visit Employment Outreach
- Forest Service Careers- National Forest Service website.
Temporary/Seasonal
Every year, we hire numerous seasonal employees to help with firefighting, recreation, natural resources management & visitor services.
Permanent Employment
All permanent jobs are advertised through USAJOBS.
Internships & Alternative Job opportunities
Many organizations partner with land management agencies to provide internship and alternative job opportunities. The Pathways Program provides meaningful training & career development for high school through post-graduate students & recent graduates.
Fire Employment
Forest Service Fire and Aviation Management is a wide field, encompassing firefighters, fire ecologists, fuels specialists, administrative personnel, pilots, radio communications and electronic technicians, dispatchers, fire prevention specialists, & more.