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Forestry Technician

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This job posting is for a wildland firefighter position within a National Forest. The role involves wildland fire suppression, management, and control, as well as operation and maintenance of specialized tools or equipment. Other duties may include fire prevention, patrol, detection, or prescribed burning. Requirements include US Citizenship or National status, Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959, successful adjudication of background investigation, direct deposit, being 18 years old, passing E-Verify, and a valid state driver's license. Some positions may require a CDL, pre-appointment and random drug testing, or a medical examination. This is a testing designated position requiring a negative drug test result prior to appointment and random testing thereafter. Qualifications include one year of specialized experience, a bachelor's degree in related fields, or a combination of education and experience. The position requires passing the Work Capacity Test at the Arduous level and meeting Federal Wildland Firefighter Medical Standards. The appointment is temporary, with a not-to-exceed date of up to 1 year, and may be extended. Benefits include a comprehensive package designed to make a federal career rewarding.

Forestry Technician (Fuels)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This position is located within a National Forest and serves as a skilled member of a fuels management crew. The role requires US Citizenship or National status, a clean background check, and successful completion of E-Verify. A valid driver's license, CDL, and willingness to work in remote locations are necessary. Prior wildland firefighting experience is required, along with passing the Work Capacity Test at the Arduous level. The position is temporary, with a start date between April 20, 2025 and June 15, 2025, and may be extended. It offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Forestry Technician (Fire Dispatch)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This position is for a fire dispatcher within a fire management organization, potentially involving multiple agencies and lands. The role supports fire suppression activities and requires US citizenship or nationality, Selective Service registration for eligible males, and successful background checks. Direct deposit is mandatory. The job requires 18+ age, E-Verify, and may necessitate a valid driver's license, CDL, drug testing, and physical examinations. It's a temporary role with a not-to-exceed date, offering comprehensive federal benefits. Prior wildland firefighting experience is mandatory for this secondary firefighter position.

Forestry Technician (Air Tanker Base)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This job posting is for a US Citizen or National to serve as an Airtanker Base Technician on a Forest unit. Responsibilities include retardant mixing, loading aircraft, maintaining the airtanker base, ramp, facilities, vehicles, and equipment. Requirements include US citizenship, Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959, passing background checks, direct deposit setup, being 18 years or older, passing E-Verify, and willingness to live/work in remote locations. The position requires one year of specialized experience or a relevant degree. It's a temporary position with a not-to-exceed date, not eligible for telework, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Forestry Technician (Helitack)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This job description pertains to a wildland fire management position in the USDA Forest Service. The role involves wildland fire suppression, management, and control using specialized tools or equipment. Key requirements include US citizenship or nationality, age of 18 or above, successful completion of E-Verify, and passing the Work Capacity Test for Wildland Firefighters. A valid state driver's license, commercial driver's license (CDL), and medical screening may also be necessary. The position is temporary, lasting up to a year, and may involve overnight travel and living in remote locations. Qualifications include specialized experience or relevant education, and completion of specific NWCG core requirements. The position is not eligible for telework.

Forestry Technician

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This position is for a Fire Dispatcher in a dispatch center, which could be a single agency or interagency center. Requirements include being a US Citizen or National, registering for Selective Service (males born after 12/31/1959), passing a background check, direct deposit, being 18 years old, E-Verify, and drug testing. The role involves living/working in remote locations and occasional overnight travel. Prior wildland firefighting experience is required, and the position is temporary with a not-to-exceed date of up to 1 year. The role is not eligible for telework.

Forestry Technician

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This is a job description for a wildland fire management position in the USDA Forest Service. The role requires US citizenship or nationality, a clean background check, and direct deposit. The applicant must be 18, pass E-Verify, and have a valid driver's license. Some positions may require a CDL, pre-appointment drug testing, or a medical examination. The role involves living and working in remote locations, occasional overnight travel, and passing the Work Capacity Test for Wildland Firefighters. Qualifications include specialized experience or a relevant degree, and completion of NWCG core requirements. The position is temporary, with a not-to-exceed date of up to 1 year, and is subject to pre-employment drug testing.

Forestry Technician (Dispatcher)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This job posting is for a Fire Dispatcher position in a dispatch center, which could be a single agency or interagency center. The role involves managing resource requests for fire and emergency incidents, arranging transportation, and processing weather and smoke management information. Requirements include US Citizenship or Nationality, Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959, a clean background check, direct deposit, being 18 years old, passing E-Verify, and potential for remote work. The position is temporary, lasting up to a year, and may involve pre-employment and random drug testing. It's a non-telework position, and the salary varies by location.

Forestry Technician (Smokejumper)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This position is for a National Forest fire crew member, specifically a smokejumper. The role involves parachute jumping and fire suppression duties. Requirements include US Citizenship or National status, Selective Service registration for males born after 1959, passing a background check, direct deposit setup, being 18 years old, and passing E-Verify. A valid driver's license, CDL, and medical examination may be necessary for some positions. This is a testing designated position requiring a negative drug test result. Qualifications include one year of specialized experience in parachute jumps and wildland fire suppression. The position is temporary, lasting up to a year, and may be filled for up to 6 months. It's not eligible for telework and benefits include a comprehensive package.

Forestry Technician (Lookout)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This job announcement is for a Lookout position on a Ranger District, coordinating information between two Interagency Dispatch Centers and overseeing two communities. The role requires US Citizenship or Nationality, Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959, successful completion of a background investigation, direct deposit, being 18 years old, and passing the E-Verify employment verification check. Qualifications include one year of specialized experience or a bachelor's degree in related fields. Specialized experience includes maintaining records, lookout equipment, and promoting fire prevention programs. The position is temporary, with a not-to-exceed date of up to 1 year, and is not eligible for telework. It may be filled from this announcement by any U.S. citizen, and positions may be bargaining or non-bargaining unit positions.

Packer

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The text describes a job opening for a packer position at a National Incident Support Cache (NISC). The role requires the applicant to be a US Citizen or National, with males born after 12/31/1959 needing to be Selective Service registered or exempt. A background check and E-Verify employment verification are necessary. The position is temporary, lasting up to 6 months or a year, and may be extended. It involves packer duties and requires certain skills like interpreting instructions, using measuring instruments, and maintaining tools. The salary varies by location and the position is not eligible for telework.

Forestry Technician (Lookout)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Forest Service

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The text describes a job opportunity for a Forest Service unit position that involves fire detection and reporting from a lookout station. Job Corps graduates are encouraged to apply. The position requires US Citizenship or Nationality, Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959, successful completion of a background investigation and/or fingerprint check, direct deposit, being 18 years old, and passing the E-Verify employment verification check. Qualifications include six months of general experience and six months of specialized experience related to forestry, agriculture, or wildland fire science. The position is temporary, with a start date between April 20, 2025 and June 15, 2025, and a not-to-exceed date of up to 6 months or 1 year. It's not eligible for telework and benefits vary by location.

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What are typical salary ranges for Direct Hire Authority roles by seniority?
Junior Talent Acquisition Specialists earn between $50,000 and $70,000 annually, mid‑level Sourcers typically earn $70,000 to $100,000, and senior recruiters or Hiring Managers can command $100,000 to $150,000. These ranges vary with city, industry, and company size—San Francisco and New York tend to be on the higher end.
What skills and certifications are required for Direct Hire Authority professionals?
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Is remote work available for Direct Hire Authority positions?
Yes—many Direct Hire Authority roles are fully remote or hybrid. Companies like GitHub, Automattic, and Zapier offer remote-first recruiting positions with flexible schedules, allowing recruiters to work from anywhere while collaborating through Slack, Zoom, and cloud‑based ATS platforms.
What career progression paths exist within Direct Hire Authority roles?
A typical path starts with a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist, moves to Senior Sourcer or Recruiter, then to Recruitment Manager, and ultimately to Director of Talent Acquisition or Head of Talent Acquisition. Each step adds responsibilities such as team leadership, strategic hiring plans, budgeting, and employer brand development.
What industry trends are shaping Direct Hire Authority roles today?
Current trends include AI‑powered sourcing tools like Hiretual and Entelo, a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring, data analytics for reducing time‑to‑hire, and the rise of remote‑first talent pools. Recruiters who adopt these technologies and practices stay competitive and deliver higher quality hires.

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