Forest Service hiring firefighters across NW; in-person, entry-level recruitment event Sept. 12 in Bend
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Forest Service is hiring wildland firefighters into permanent seasonal positions on hand crews, engine crews, hotshot crews, and more. Make a lasting impact on the world around you and unlock opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Join the Forest Service’s Oregon or Washington fire organization and be a part of the team that is committed to caring for the land and serving people. Our mission is to protect our natural resources for multiple uses for today and future generations.
The Forest Service is holding an in-person recruitment event to fill approximately 200 entry-level, GS-3/4 wildland firefighter permanent seasonal positions.
Join us on Thursday, Sept. 12, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Deschutes County Road Department, 61150 SE 27th Street, Bend. Applicants are invited to come and meet regional and local fire staff, get application help, and learn about the benefits of working for the Forest Service. Applicants do not have to attend the event to apply.
Applicants apply online through USAJobs.gov. Jobs will be posted on USAJobs.gov from August 23 to September 24, using the direct hire authority. Review the job announcement carefully for deadlines and required information to include in your application. Employment start dates may vary.
For more information visit the National Wildland Firefighting Hiring webpage. Find a detailed list and an interactive map of positions and duty locations on our Regional Fire Hire webpage. You can find more information about local opportunities here.
Visit the Forest Service Careers webpage to learn more about career opportunities, benefits, hiring events, and resources to help with the application process.