Jobs With SAWS
At SAWS, we pride ourselves in being an award-winning team and outdoor leader in stewardship in our region. We strive for excellence while we take care of some of the most beautiful and iconic landscapes in the southeast. We're known for going the extra mile for visitors and wild natural resources, and we strive to create meaningful and transformative employment opportunities while we work hard to develop tomorrow's conservation workforce.
We are looking for hard-working and enthusiastic individuals who already love working and playing in the outdoors or are excited for the opportunity to get acquainted with it. If you love jaw-dropping scenic landscapes, daily adventure, the swing of an axe, data collection, connecting with others, or sitting around a warm fire after a sweaty, hard days work, you'll love a season in the wilderness with SAWS.
Reach out with any questions. We can't wait to meet you out on the trail!
Trail Specialist - Cherokee National Forest, TN
The 2025 Trail Specialists are based in the Cherokee National Forest and are responsible for essential trail maintenance, wilderness data collection, and visitor engagement. Their trail maintenance duties include clearing fallen trees, brushing trail corridors, and removing trash to ensure compliance with Forest Service standards. Trail Specialists frequently interact with visitors, educating them on wilderness ethics, Leave No Trace principles, bear safety and canister use, landscape orientation, and general safety awareness. Throughout the season, they will cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with the U.S. Forest Service, local partner organizations, and businesses on behalf of SAWS.