Gifford Pinchot National Forest Hiring Seasonal Workers; Applications Deadline  Is Oct. 6

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The Gifford Pinchot National Forest is hiring over 70 positions at six different duty locations in Southwest Washington, including Amboy, Carson, Randle, Toutle, Trout Lake and Vancouver, for the 2023 season.

“Seasonal employees help the Forest Service achieve its mission by contributing to forest health, resource protection, visitor services and fire prevention during the busiest times of the year.,” said the U.S. Forest Service in a news release.

Available jobs include specialized positions in fire, recreation, visitor services, natural resources and more, according to the forest service. Bunkhouse accommodations may be available at all locations except Vancouver.

Applications for seasonal positions will be accepted until 8:59 p.m. Pacific time on Oct. 6.

Applicants will need to create profiles on USAjobs.gov to upload resumes, cover letters and school transcripts if necessary. Applications will be processed throughout the fall and winter and selected applicants should expect to be contacted around mid-December to mid-January.



The first start dates for seasonal positions will be in early April; however, most positions will begin near the end of May.

Positions may last up to six months, and most will end in September or October.

For more information visit the Gifford Pinchot National Forest seasonal employment webpage at http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/gp/seasonaljobs.