I had a great time talking to John Schwenck of the Adventures Less Traveled Podcast*. I highly recommend his podcast which is all about highlighting those who “daringly venture into the unknown”.
Read MoreThis video walks you through how to apply for an absolute entry level, no fire experience needed, GS-03 application for a Forestry Aid wildland firefighter position on USAJobs.gov, including how to find the job using job search filters, how to upload required documents such as your resume, what each question is truly asking, and hwo to track your application once it's submitted.
Read MoreThis video is an overview of how to find and save entry level wildland fire jobs whether they are currently open to be applied to or if you just want to be notified as soon as they are open on the site. The filters I applied are wildland fire position specific, but can apply to any federal job you want to apply to.
Read MoreIn order to reach the people who need the info most, I transitioned the site name over. Both website names work and will take you to the site, but I’m no longer referring to it as the5ftfirefighter.com.
Read MoreThe video is a comprehensive overview of the federal hiring platform, USAJobs.com, including profile sections, job search filters and in depth detail on specific job postings and what to look for.
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