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ODF hiring for fire season By Mail Tribune staff Updated: Jan 10, 2023 11:37 AM A A ODF is hiring for the 2023 fire season in Jackson and Josephine counties. [Mail Tribune/file photo] The Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District is now hiring for fire season 2023, according to a news advisory from ODF Tuesday. The agency is recruiting for multiple positions for the upcoming fire season, including entry-level and experienced firefighters, dispatchers and detection specialists, totaling approximately 130 jobs in Jackson and Josephine counties. These seasonal positions generally span from June through October, however, duration may vary depending on conditions. Both Medford and Grants Pass offices are actively hiring; benefits include medical, dental and vision health coverage and paid holidays, as well as personal business, vacation and sick leave. The deadline to apply for all positions is June 30, however interviews will take place from March on; applying early is highly encouraged. Job descriptions and applications can be found here: 2023 Seasonal Wildland Fire Positions – Medford 2023 Seasonal Wildland Fire Positions – Grants Pass Wildland Fire Dispatcher – Medford/Grants Pass Units Wildland Fire Dispatcher (Camera Detection) – Medford All jobs are listed on ODF Southwest Oregon District’s website, swofire.com /jobs/. For more information about Oregon Department of Forestry, call or visit the Southwest Oregon District unit office nearest to you: Medford Unit, 5286 Table Rock Road, Central Point – 541-664-3328 Grants Pass Unit, 5375 Monument Drive, Grants Pass – 541-474-3152 Additional information also is available online on the agency’s Facebook page, @ODFSouthwest and Twitter account, @swofire.