First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Worker

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  Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations

First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Worker

Also Called: Animal Research Facility Supervisor, Cattle Manager, Farm Supervisor, Fish Hatchery Manager, Harvesting Supervisor, Hatchery Manager, Logging Crew Foreman, Logging Supervisor, Pest Management Supervisor, Wildlife Manager, Animal Research Facility Supervisor, Cattle Manager, Farm Supervisor, Fish Hatchery Manager, Harvesting Supervisor, Hatchery Manager, Logging Crew Foreman, Logging Supervisor, Pest Management Supervisor, Wildlife Manager

What they do

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related workers.

$37,980
Starting Salary (2023)
$57,320
Median Salary (2023)
2.7%
Projected Job Growth
27,150
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Train workers in techniques such as planting, harvesting, weeding, or insect identification and in the use of safety measures.
Train workers in spawning, rearing, cultivating, and harvesting methods, and in the use of equipment.
Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warranted.
Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safety regulations.
Perform both supervisory and management functions, such as accounting, marketing, and personnel work.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Enterprising
Business based Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Dependability
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Leadership
Initiative
Adaptability/Flexibility

What key skills are needed for this job?

Critical Thinking
Coordination
Monitoring
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Time Management

Expected Knowledge

Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Common Activities

Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

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