Diversity at the Forest Service

We believe that diverse perspectives help us solve problems more effectively. That's why we maintain an environment in which people from different backgrounds feel comfortable, and in which people feel free to express their opinions and share their viewpoints.

What You Can Expect Working for the Federal Government

Why not consider going to work as a Federal employee, where you’ll discover a whole wide world of opportunity to collaborate on interesting projects and make critical decisions that will affect the planet and its people.  Since many senior Federal employees are members of the Baby Boom generation, they’ll be eligible to retire soon.  That means you’ll have the chance to learn and grow on the job and create social and professional networks.

The Federal government offers tuition reimbursement to help you to take classes needed for advancement.  So, you’ll receive high-level training to follow a career path that lets you advance quickly and move up in the organization. Or onto other opportunities.

The pay and benefits are better than you think. The Federal government pays well and offers great benefits, too.  NOT JUST GOOD BENEFITS, BUT GREAT BENEFITS!  For instance, as a Federal employee you would receive 10 paid holidays and 13 paid days of vacation in the first year.  Not to mention 13 days of paid sick leave as well.

The Federal government’s life and health insurance benefits and flexible spending accounts often exceed those offered by private industry.  And you’ll get 401(k)-like retirement benefits that go with you throughout your career.

Along with the great pay and benefits, you’ll be able to enjoy a better work-life balance because of the many flexibilities Federal employees receive.  Like work environments that allow variable day or week schedules and the chance to telecommute (if the position is eligible to do so). Transportation subsidies are also provided.

Stop asking yourself what you might expect working for the Federal government and start asking what you’re waiting for!