Yosemite Adult School in cooperation with the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service have scheduled the following courses for Spring 2025. Through this partnership we are able to offer National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) courses at NO COST to the students. We would love to have you join us to start your Wildland Fire career or help you progress in your career.
Read MoreI 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 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.
Read MoreHealth insurance is hard in the off-season. While you're employed as a temporary seasonal the government will pay the majority of the plan you pick for you, but when you're not actively employed you are on the hook for the full monthly premium if you want to keep your coverage.
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