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Rappelling is a physically and mentally demanding job. Interested applicants should possess a high level of physical fitness, critical thinking, and ability to work independently. If you think you would be a good fit for the program please see our employment interest form below. 

Job Openings

For the 2027 season we anticipate hiring: 

    2-5 temporary positions, 1 Senior Firefighter, 1 Squad Leader, 1 Assistant Program Manager

Temporary Positions  

Application dates for temporary positions will be up on USA Jobs from: 

10/30/2026 to 11/12/2026.

Temp Firefighter (GW-4): Announcement Number TBD

Temp Firefighter (GW-5): Announcement Number TBD 

Permanent Positions

Applications are OPEN 08/24/26 to 09/22/2026 in USAJOBS. Select Libby, MT as a duty location.

Senior Firefighter (GW-4/5 PSE): 27-FIRE-P1R14610-SRFF-45DH

Squad Leader (GW-6/7 PFT): 27-FIRE-P1VA-HTKSQLR-67DH

Assistant Program Manager  (GW-7/8 PFT): 27-FIRE-P1VA-HLTAKMGR-78DH

All resumes must be no longer than two pages, for questions regarding formatting, refer to the OPM Website.