Two permanent firefighter jobs with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service on national wildlife refuges: St. Marks NWR near Crawfordville, Florida, and Carolina Sandhills NWR in McBee, South Carolina. The work centers on prescribed fire and fuels projects plus suppression, prevention and post-fire monitoring, with travel during fire season. It is a primary firefighter position with a maximum entry age of 37, and GW-5 requires a year of GW-4-level fire suppression, prevention or fuels experience. Government quarters are available at the McBee location only. The announcement closes September 17, 2026, or sooner once 60 applications arrive.
| Pay | $52,957–$68,844/yr (GW 5) |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Some experience |
| Location | Crawfordville, Florida |
| Job Type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Sep 13, 2026 |
| Apply By | Filled Sep 18, 2026 |
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