Eligible candidates include wildlife, fisheries, botany, hydrology, timber, and other resource professionals with a degree in wildlife, fisheries, plant management or related fields and generally 5 years experience in resource management. A few workshops are applicable to technicians. Line officers are encouraged to apply, as well. In addition to Forest Service personnel, a number of openings are available for resource specialists from Cities, Counties, State, Tribal, private industry, other Federal agencies and the general public.
International professionals are also welcome to participate in any of the workshops.
Unfortunately, we do not have funding for international travel or tuition. Contact the National Program Leader or the vendors if you have any questions. It consists of week-long workshops to help new employees better understand the Forest Service and to be more effective in their respective roles. Participants learn the fundamentals of resource programs, Forest Service culture, and acquire skills that contribute to effective and satisfying careers. Regions are responsible for conducting this training.