Forestry Technician (Recreation)
Forest ServiceKooskia, Idaho; Salt Lake City, Utah; Seattle, Washington; Phoenix, Arizona; Los Angeles, California; San Francisco, California; Denver, Colorado; Washington, District of Columbia; Miami, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; New Orleans, Louisiana; Boston, Massachusetts; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Kansas City, Missouri; Albuquerque, New Mexico; New York, New York; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Portland, Oregon; Austin, Texas · full time · Entry
$20 / hour
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 2, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This National Forest position combines recreational management with law enforcement and public safety duties, including winter patrols, trail maintenance, avalanche monitoring, and search-and-rescue support. It suits someone with forestry or outdoor recreation training who is comfortable working independently in backcountry conditions and enforcing regulations.
Our summary, not Forest Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at GS-4 level, or bachelor's degree in forestry/range management/agriculture/related field, or equivalent education and experience combination
- Level I American Avalanche Association certification or equivalent
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to operate snowmobiles, ATVs, skis, and snowshoes safely
Nice to have
- Experience as a Forest Protection Officer or similar law enforcement role
- Background in writing incident reports or violation notices
- Experience with trail maintenance and recreation area management
- Search and rescue experience