The Forest Service is currently accepting applications for wildland firefighters (entry-level firefighters, engine captains, assistant engine captains, fire prevention, hand crew superintendents, heavy equipment operators, and more.
Permanent Full-Time applications are open now through September 23rd, 2025, 8:59pm (pacific).
Applications for Seasonal Full-Time will open October 15 and close October 29, 2025.
Hiring Timeline:
Job Offers: December 2025-January 2026
Estimated Start Date: March - May 2026
Duty Locations on the Six Rivers National Forest:
-Gasquet, CA
-Orleans, CA
-Willow Creek, CA
-Mad River, CA
-Eureka, CA
To see full listing of jobs visit:
www.fs.usda.gov/sites/nfs/files/publication/Six%20Rivers%20NFFire%20HireFY26FallFireHireOutreachv20.pdf
To visit the Six Rivers National Forest Careers page visit:
www.fs.usda.gov/main/srnf/about-forest/jobs
Applications must be submitted through www.usajobs.gov
TIP: search for jobs using “Job Announcement Number” listed on vacant position list to be directed straight to application.
