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We're driven to responsibly manage Idaho's endowment lands for lasting returns to public schools and other beneficiaries, and to help Idahoans use and sustain their natural resources.

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Seasonal Employment

Seasonal Position Locations

Experience the difference working at the Idaho Department of Lands. Fire and Forestry positions are available at our offices across the state.

Position Locations

Forestry Job Descriptions

A large portion of the annual income for the endowment beneficiaries is derived from the sale and harvest of timber. These positions support that mission and involve measuring trees, marking boundaries, surveying tree growth, data collection, as well as reforestation.

Wildfire Job Descriptions

IDL Fire has openings for temporary fire crews for the upcoming wildfire season: engine, hand crews, and helitack. With our partners, IDL protects over 9 million acres. We responded to nearly 400 fires in 2025.

How to Apply

View the job posting links in the location you are interested in and submit your application as instructed.

Boise, Idaho

Bonners Ferry, Idaho

Cataldo, Idaho

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Coolin, Idaho

Craigmont, Idaho

Seasonal Wildfire – Craigmont, Idaho

Deary, Idaho

Grangeville, Idaho

Seasonal Dispatch – Grangeville, Idaho

Idaho Falls, Idaho

Seasonal Wildfire – Idaho Falls, Idaho

Kamiah, Idaho

McCall, Idaho

Seasonal Forestry – McCall, Idaho

Orofino, Idaho

Seasonal Forestry – Orofino, Idaho

Sandpoint, Idaho

St. Maries, Idaho

If you have questions:

For questions, please contact your nearest IDL supervisory area.