Ochoco National Forest Hiring Seasonal Workers for Recreation Season

The national forest is recruiting for a variety of roles to improve trails, campgrounds, and facilities.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland in Oregon announced it is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season. The forest supervisor stated that these seasonal workers are essential for visitor services and land stewardship, and the positions will help improve recreation experiences for visitors.

Why it matters

Seasonal hires at national forests play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing recreation areas for the public. As visitation to public lands continues to grow, having a strong seasonal workforce is important for ensuring safe, reliable, and enjoyable experiences for all.

The details

The Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland is recruiting for a variety of seasonal roles, including jobs related to trails, campgrounds, and facilities. These positions are in addition to seasonal fire hire events that are already underway. Bringing on these seasonal employees will help improve the overall recreation experience for visitors.

  • The Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland announced the hiring on February 12, 2026.

The players

Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland

A national forest and national grassland located in central Oregon that is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Jeff Marszal

The forest supervisor for the Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland.

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What they’re saying

“Our seasonal workforce is essential to both visitor services and on-the-ground stewardship of our public lands. 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.”

— Jeff Marszal, Forest Supervisor (ktvz.com)

“Seasonal jobs offer hands-on experience and a chance to work alongside dedicated professionals. 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.”

— Jeff Marszal, Forest Supervisor (ktvz.com)

What’s next

Interested applicants can visit USAJOBS.gov to view and apply for the open seasonal positions at the Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland.

The takeaway

Seasonal hires at national forests play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing recreation areas for the public. The Ochoco National Forest's recruitment efforts highlight the importance of having a strong seasonal workforce to ensure safe, reliable, and enjoyable experiences for visitors to public lands.