Albuquerque, NM (KKOB)- The U.S. Forest Service has announced plans to hire up to 2,000 seasonal workers for the 2026 summer recreation season.
Officials say the positions will support trail maintenance, visitor services, and access to national forests and grasslands nationwide.USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins says improved budgeting has allowed the agency to restore staffing capacity, while Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz says the seasonal workforce plays a key role in keeping recreation sites open and maintained. The agency has streamlined hiring, allowing workers to start earlier in the season. Interested applicants can apply through USAJOBS.gov, with details varying by position.
