By Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
Chadron, Neb– The Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply. "Working with Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands means more than a summer job—it’s a chance to care for places that matter," said Forest Supervisor Amanda Gehrt. "Whether you’re helping at the tree nursery, maintaining trails, or greeting visitors at the Grasslands Visitor Center, you’ll be part of something bigger."The Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands is recruiting for a variety of roles, including:
- Recreation and visitor services
- Trail and facility maintenance
- Nursery operations and maintenance
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. Positions are available at Nebraska National Forest’s Pine Ridge Ranger District in Chadron, Nebraska, and Bessey Ranger District in Halsey, Nebraska; at Buffalo Gap National Grassland’s Fall River Ranger District in Hot Springs, South Dakota, and Wall Ranger District, as well as the National Grasslands Visitor Center in Wall, South Dakota. "Seasonal roles here offer hands-on experience and a connection to unique landscapes," Gehrt said. "It’s a great way to start a career in natural resources or simply spend the summer outdoors making a difference. We encourage anyone interested to apply."
How to Apply
Applicants can view open job announcements and submit applications through USAJOBS.gov.Application periods, qualifications, and start dates vary by position. Applicants are encouraged to review job announcements carefully for deadlines and required materials.
Working for the Forest Service
To learn more about Forest Service careers, benefits and upcoming hiring events, visit www.fs.usda.gov/r02/working-with-us.
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.