SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Feb. 12, 2026 – The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply. A resume and USAJOB training session will be held on Feb. 23, 2026, from 12-12:30 p.m., at the Forest Supervisor’s Office, 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, or you may attend virtually via Microsoft Teams.
Apply today at www.usajobs.gov using the following announcement numbers and be sure to select “South Lake Tahoe” as the Duty Station.
26-TEMPSRT-NAT-3FS028-7DT https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/858181800
26-TEMPSRT-NAT-3FS042-5DH https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/858180000
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“Our seasonal employees are the backbone of summer operations—keeping our campgrounds, trails, and recreation sites open, safe and welcoming for visitors,” said Interim Forest Supervisor, Rosalie Herrera. “These positions offer meaningful work, hands-on experience, and the chance to support public lands close to home.”
The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is recruiting for a variety of roles, including:
- Recreation and visitor services
- Trail and facility maintenance
- Active resource management
These positions are in addition to seasonal Fire Hire events, already underway. Bringing on seasonal employees will help improve trails, campgrounds and facilities for safer, reliable and enjoyable recreation experiences for all.
“Seasonal jobs can be a first step into a natural resources career, a way to build experience, or simply a chance to spend the summer working outside,” added Herrera. “We encourage anyone interested to apply.”
How to Apply
Applicants can view open job announcements and submit applications through USAJOBS.gov beginning Feb. 20, 2026. Application periods, qualifications, and start dates vary by position. Applicants are encouraged to review job announcements carefully for deadlines and required materials. Additional information about seasonal hiring and upcoming local recruitment events is available on the Seasonal Summer Hiring webpage.
Working for the Forest Service
To learn more about Forest Service careers, benefits and upcoming hiring events, visit the Forest Service Careers webpage.
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Flyer announcing the application period for seasonal hiring is open Feb. 20, 2026, through March 3. Apply at USAJOBS.gov.
(USDA Forest Service Flyer by Adilene De La Torre)
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