Two Oregon Forests Plan 2027 Fire Hiring

The Ochoco and Deschutes national forests are recruiting temporary seasonal workers for the 2027 fire season. Applications open on USAJobs.gov October 30 and close November 12, 2026; roles include wildland firefighters and crew members, smokejumpers, dispatchers, engine operators and fire lookouts, with jobs in several Central Oregon communities. Applicants must be at least 18 by their first day of work and should prepare a resume that meets federal requirements.