North Pisgah Point in the Ochoco National Forest. Credit: USFS

The Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply. 

“Our seasonal workforce is essential to both visitor services and on-the-ground stewardship of our public lands,” said Forest Supervisor Jeff Marszal. “These positions strengthen our ability to serve communities, care for the landscape, and help cultivate the next generation of natural resource professionals here in Central Oregon.”

The Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland is recruiting for a variety of roles, including:

  • Field Ranger: Providing visitor services, supporting front desk operations, and assisting across multiple program areas, with opportunities to gain field experience.
  • Timber Technician: Assisting with timber sale preparation, data collection, and forest management work that supports healthy, resilient landscapes.
  • Range Technician: Supporting rangeland monitoring, permit administration, and stewardship of grazing resources across the Forest and Grassland.

These positions are in addition to seasonal fire hire events, already underway. Bringing on seasonal employees will help improve trails, campgrounds and facilities for safer, reliable and enjoyable recreation experiences for all. 

All open positions will be posted at USAJOBS.gov. Interested applicants can visit help.usajobs.gov/get-started for more information.

“Seasonal jobs offer hands-on experience and a chance to work alongside dedicated professionals,” Marszal added. “Whether someone is exploring a future career in natural resources or looking for meaningful seasonal work, these positions are a great way to get involved and make a difference.”

About the Forest Service: The USDA Forest Service has for more than 100 years brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation. Grounded in world-class science and technology– and rooted in communities–the Forest Service connects people to nature and to each other. The Forest Service cares for shared natural resources in ways that promote lasting economic, ecological, and social vitality. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, maintains the largest wildland fire and forestry research organizations in the world. The Forest Service also has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 900 million forested acres within the U.S., of which over 130 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.

This story is based on submitted information and has not been verified by our news team. 

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