U.S. Military veterans have specialized skills, training, and abilities that translate well to jobs in fire and aviation management. There are ways that veterans can start their fire careers under special hiring authorities and programs.
Veteran Hiring Programs
Office of Personnel Management Feds Hire Vets program provides expertise for veterans seeking federal employment, veterans in federal employment, and guidance and resources for hiring officials. There are several special hiring authorities for veterans that federal hiring officials can use to capitalize on the unique skills and abilities that veterans have acquired.
Veteran Fire Corps
The Veteran Fire Corps (VFC) is collaborative initiative of the California Conservation Corps (CCC), Conservation Legacy (CL) and the Student Conservation Association (SCA) run in partnership with state and federal agencies including the USDA Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Corporation for National and Community Service. The VFC builds upon veterans' knowledge, leadership experience, and training, refocusing their mission to protecting public lands from wildfire.
Team Rubicon
Team Rubicon is a non-governmental organization that provides disaster relief and recovery assistance to communities worldwide. Built through volunteers and a commitment to service, it leverages U.S. veterans’ skills and experience to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and humanitarian crises. Prior military service is not a requirement to join Team Rubicon, but the organization is veteran-led and has many veteran participants.
