Work With Us

NPS roads crew replacing bridge decking.

NPS Photo / Gin Majka

 

Federal Employment

Looking for employment at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument or within other federal lands? Jobs are posted regularly at USAJOBS:

• Work for Us - National Park Service provides general information on the application process and how to find positions based on varying qualifications.
• Pathways - USAJOBS creates opportunities for current students or recent graduates emerging into the work force.

 

Current Job Opportunities

The majority of positions at Katahdin Woods and Waters are temporary summer positions, with work from May-November.
Some job announcements include multiple parks in the northeastern United States. Click on the job title listed below to go directly to the announcement on USAJOBS and look for Patten, Maine listed under locations for positions at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.

Visit USAJOBS directly to see all open positions.

 

Visit usajobs.gov to apply for summer 2026 temporary positions.

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Summer 2026 Positions

Temporary positions for summer 2026 will be advertised starting in late October. As funding permits, Katahdin Woods and Waters may fill the following positions:

• Biological Science Technician
• Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating)
• Maintenance Worker (Trails)
• Park Ranger Interpretation (Opens on October 27, 2025)
• Visitor Services Assistant (Opens on December 22, 2025)

Opening dates for biological science technician and maintenance positions have not yet been determined. To receive email notifications about all positions at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, create a profile on USAJOBS and save a job search.

 

Basic Application Tips

Here are a few tips for submitting your job application to USAJOBS.

• If you are new to applying to federal jobs, visit the USAJOBS Help Center for tips, including "How do I write a resume for a federal job?," "How to understand the job announcement" and "How to create an application."
• Check the USAJOBS events page for upcoming online events like "Navigating USAJOBS-Finding and Applying for Federal Jobs" and "Writing Your Federal Resume."
• The USAJOBS Resume Builder is a useful tool to make sure you include all of the information required on a federal resume. Learn more about how to include the requirements within the new 2-page limit for federal resumes.
• Read the vacancy announcement thoroughly.
• Follow all the "How to Apply" instructions under each opportunity.
• When creating your resume, be sure to include experience that is relevant to the job opportunity and highlights all of the job requirements. This often means your resume will be multiple pages long.
• Some positions require USA Hire Assessments to measure general competencies such as reasoning skills, decision-making ability, math skills, reading comprehension and soft skills (interpersonal skills, stress tolerance, accountability). See some sample questions for USA Hire Assessments. 
• In addition to applying for positions through USAJOBS, some candidates may be eligible for appointments under a direct hire authority, such as those for veterans and individuals with disabilities.