
IMPORTANT: Resumes MUST NOT exceed two (2) single-sided pages and resumes longer than two (2) pages WILL NOT be accepted.
DOI FIRES - Department of Interior’s (DOI) Fire Integrated Recruitment Employment Systems (FIRES) is a secure web-based recruitment system that allows you to apply online for temporary, seasonal fire and fire support positions within the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA).
How to Apply - 7 YouTube videos with steps on How to Apply
Fire Hiring Webinar 10/2023 - YouTube link: The first half explains various fire jobs that applicants may consider applying to. The second half explains information on USAJOBS, Announcements, resumes, timeframes for hiring/onboarding, and the benefits of working for the Federal Government.
Agency Wildland Fire Links:
- BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs)
- BLM (Bureau of Land Management)
- FWS (Fish and Wildlife Service)
- NPS (National Park Service)
- NIFC (National Interagency Fire Center)
Useful Tips:
- Update your resume to meet the new 2-page resume requirements starting 9/27/2025
- How to write a resume for a federal job
- How to check your application status
Hints for creating a 2-page resume:
- Prioritize most relevant and recent experience
- Use concise, results focused language
- Align language from the job announcement
- Focus on demonstrating skills and competencies
- Remove outdated or unrelated experience
Common Mistakes When Applying to DOI FIRES Vacancies:
To learn more about each of the DOI Agencies fire programs, select the desired agency logo below.