STATE AGENCY OUTDOOR JOBS

Many who long for an outdoor job picture themselves in high-profile positions at the nation's most famous natural sites. They are attracted to working in the outdoors by visions of smokejumping in Idaho's Sawtooth National Forest or leading tours through Grand Canyon National Park. What they might not consider is that positions at such popular locations are among the most sought-after of all outdoor jobs, and that as a newcomer it's unlikely they'll be able to beat the competition to land such a post.

But it is possible for those who want to get a start working in the outdoors without having to compete with everyone else already in the industry. Like the federal government, state outdoor agencies hire seasonal workers to fight fires, conduct natural resources research, maintain campgrounds, build trails, and interact with visitors. This can be a tremendous source of jobs for those who want to work a little closer to home or don't want to deal with the extensive hiring process of the federal government.

For information on working conditions, pay and benefits, job outlook, and application procedures, click on the state agencies outdoor employment section, or click here. (State Agencies)

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