2026 Job Board Resources
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The Sierra Institute for Community and Environment (Sierra Institute) is hiring a field-based Hydrology Technician to assist in hydrology fieldwork to advance hydrology surveys including streams and meadows for restoration treatment on public and private lands. This is a part-time seasonal position intended to function as a paid internship for a student actively enrolled in a related degree program at an accredited college or university to satisfy Cooperative Work Experience Education credits.
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Position Description:
The Plumas National Forest is recruiting for a variety of roles, including:
- Recreation and visitor services
- Trail and facility maintenance
- Active resource management, including timber and range.
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.
Applicants may apply for these jobs through the USA Jobs website at https://www.usajobs.gov. Applicants are encouraged to read the vacancy announcements thoroughly for specific information about job requirements, how to apply, and points of contact and phone numbers for more detailed guidance on available positions. Having a simple, complete resume is very helpful prior to starting the online application.
Position Description: The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is recruiting to fill approximately 150 temporary Defensible Space Inspector (Forestry Aide) positions on a statewide basis. Primary duties of these positions include performance of defensible space inspections and interacting with the public to provide fire prevention information. All appointments are temporary and will not become permanent.
Call DSI Hotline (951-901-5051) for questions regarding the filing process. Position is open until filled.
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Under close supervision, as a temporary employee, to do heavy physical work involved in fire fighting as a member of a fire crew; to assist in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance and repair; and to do other related work. As a member of a fire crew, receives training in wildland, rural, and structural fire suppression methods and techniques; fights fire as a member of a fire crew using tools and equipment such as a shovel, axe, McLeod, Pulaski, and back pump; clears trails, cuts brush; assists in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance and repair; inspects, cleans and repairs fire hose and equipment, sharpens fire tools, paints equipment and buildings and performs semiskilled or laboring construction work; performs general station housekeeping and kitchen duties.
Apply by 11/30 2025. Please call the FFI Hotline (951-901-5051) for questions regarding the filing process.
Position Description:
- Collect continuous forest inventory plot data.
- Perform timber cruising.
- Conduct pre- and post-harvest forest inventories.
- Mark timber for harvest.
- Assist in reforestation projects as assigned by the Lead.
Position open until filled.
Positions Available (click link above for job descriptions):
- Youth Corps Assistant Field Coordinator
- Youth Corps Crew Leader
- Lead Collaborative Forestry Technician
- Collaborative Forestry Technician
- Wilderness Fuels Module Crew Medic & Member
- Wilderness Fuels Module Crew Leader
- Wilderness Fuels Module Assistant Crew Leader
Alpine Watershed Group (AWG) seeks a Forest Health Coordinator to help manage and implement AWG’s restoration, monitoring, and community outreach programs related to forest health and resilience and post-fire restoration. The Forest Health Coordinator works out of the AWG office in Woodfords, California.
APPLY BY 4/15.
Positions Available:
Positions open until filled.
Position Description:
The Northern California Reforestation Coordinator(s) will support American Forests’ post-fire restoration efforts on the Eldorado National Forest (ENF), and specifically within the 2021 Caldor Fire footprint. We anticipate hiring two Coordinator positions for 2026, who will collaborate with other American Forests staff, affiliates, and ENF staff to implement reforestation-related treatments on priority acres. Restoration activities will include:
- Inspecting and monitoring post-fire restoration treatments, including planting and herbicide
- Conducting natural regeneration surveys to assess future reforestation needs
- Supporting volunteer events
- Supporting ongoing reforestation projects in the Caldor Fire footprint
- Collecting seed from native conifers across Eldorado National Forest
This position is a unique entry-level opportunity to be part of a high-level reforestation project and contribute directly to the needs of California’s forest ecosystems, including post-fire recovery. It is a great chance to build a career in forestry and/or natural resources.
The Great Basin Institute`s Forestry Stewardship Contracting program, in collaboration with U.S. Forest Service staff on the Eldorado National Forest, is recruiting one (1) Forestry Stewardship Manager to oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of forestry and conservation projects on the Eldorado National Forest.
Our department is currently hiring Pest Detection Trappers for the upcoming season. This position is well suited for students or individuals interested in agriculture, biology, environmental science, or related fields who are looking to gain hands-on field experience.
The position offers $22.50 per hour, with 40-hour work weeks, and follows a one week on / one week off schedule. We are also flexible with starting and ending dates, which can work well with student schedules.
Position Description: Plumas Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to oversee post-wildfire forest and watershed recovery planning and implementation projects. The work focuses primarily on public lands managed by the USDA Forest Service in the Sierra Nevada and southern Cascade Mountains, but may also include work with private landowners. The employee will work closely with federal and state agencies, contract operators, and Registered Professional Foresters (RPFs), private landowners, and non-governmental organization (NGO) partners (e.g., Resource Conservation Districts, Fire Safe Councils, fish and wildlife organizations, etc.).
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