Many people think hiring slows down after summer, but fall can be one of East Idaho's busiest hiring seasons. Schools reopen, tourism shifts toward harvest festivals and Halloween attractions, and businesses begin preparing for the holiday shopping season.
Whether you're looking for temporary work, a second job, or a new career, fall offers plenty of opportunities throughout Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Rexburg, Blackfoot, Rigby, Shelley, Ammon, and the surrounding communities.
As students return, school districts often continue hiring throughout August, September, and even later into the school year as staffing needs change.
Common positions include:
Teachers
Substitute teachers
Bus drivers
Bus aides
Cafeteria staff
Custodians
Classroom aides
Administrative assistants
Crossing guards
After-school program staff
Coaches
School hiring varies by district, but these positions are commonly posted throughout the year. Some of the districts job seekers frequently search include:
Many schools also partner with local childcare providers and after-school programs, so don't forget to check daycare centers, preschools, and youth organizations if you enjoy working with children.
East Idaho embraces the fall season with haunted attractions, corn and straw mazes, pumpkin patches, harvest festivals, and other family-friendly events. Many of these seasonal attractions hire temporary employees to help throughout September and October.
Possible positions include:
Haunted house actors
Makeup artists
Ticket booth attendants
Cashiers
Parking attendants
Security staff
Food service workers
Pumpkin patch staff
Corn maze workers
Photographers
Event staff
Some attractions return year after year, while others only operate for a season. When searching for spooky season jobs, try using search terms like "haunted attraction," "pumpkin patch," "corn maze," or "seasonal event staff." Expanding your search to communities like Idaho Falls, Rexburg, Shelley, St. Anthony, Pocatello, and even Albion may help you discover opportunities you might otherwise miss.
Fall is also one of the busiest times of year for East Idaho's agricultural industry. Depending on the season and location, farms, warehouses, food processing facilities, and agricultural suppliers often need extra help during harvest.
Possible opportunities include:
Harvest labor
Equipment operators
Warehouse associates
Produce sorting and packing
CDL drivers
Shipping and logistics
General labor
Even if you're not interested in working directly on a farm, many businesses that support agriculture see an increase in activity during the fall harvest and hire seasonal employees.
If you've ever noticed Christmas decorations appearing almost as soon as Halloween ends—or sometimes even before—you've probably also noticed stores getting busier. Many retailers begin hiring holiday staff as early as September and October to prepare for increased customer traffic and online orders.
Common industries include:
Clothing stores
Sporting goods retailers
Grocery stores
Department stores
Warehouse positions
Shipping and fulfillment
These seasonal positions can be a great way to earn extra income, gain experience, or even turn temporary work into a permanent position.
Fall is more than pumpkin spice, colorful leaves, and football games—it's also one of the best times to find seasonal employment or even begin a new career. Whether you're interested in working in schools, retail, agriculture, or one of East Idaho's many fall attractions, there are opportunities throughout Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Rexburg, Blackfoot, Shelley, Rigby, Ammon, and beyond.
Be sure to check back regularly on Hire East Idaho as new positions are posted throughout the season. You never know—your next opportunity could be just around the corner.