These supervisors begin their days by inspecting facilities and equipment to determine maintenance needs and safety compliance. They coordinate the scheduling of work crews and equipment across multiple locations while monitoring weather and soil conditions to adjust operational plans. Throughout the day, they train workers in techniques such as planting, harvesting, tree felling, and equipment operation while ensuring adherence to safety regulations. They spend considerable time communicating with forestry personnel and management about harvesting schedules and production requirements. Their work involves constant coordination of equipment dismantling and setup at new sites, along with overseeing the selection and movement of logs or crops according to transportation schedules.
This role suits individuals with strong leadership and communication abilities who can effectively manage diverse teams in outdoor environments. Successful supervisors possess high problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions under varying weather and operational conditions. They typically have a practical, hands-on approach to work with strong attention to detail for safety compliance and quality standards. People who thrive demonstrate both technical knowledge of agricultural or forestry operations and the interpersonal skills needed to train and motivate workers across multiple job sites.
While agricultural technology continues advancing, supervisory roles requiring human judgment for safety compliance, worker training, and operational coordination remain largely automation-resistant. The emphasis on inspecting equipment and coordinating complex multi-site operations requires adaptive decision-making that current automation cannot fully replace.
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| TERM | COUNT | FREQ | BAR | SOURCE ATTRIBUTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| equipment | 47 | 0.0160 | onet dimensi 49% onet tasks 21% | |
| tendency | 42 | 0.0143 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 38 | 0.0130 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| agricultural | 21 | 0.0072 | inference 57% dwas 38% | |
| techniques | 19 | 0.0065 | onet dimensi 53% onet tasks 16% | |
| forestry | 18 | 0.0061 | dwas 61% inference 33% | |
| activities | 18 | 0.0061 | onet dimensi 50% dwas 39% | |
| principles | 16 | 0.0055 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| safety | 13 | 0.0044 | inference 46% onet tasks 38% | |
| operations | 13 | 0.0044 | onet dimensi 46% inference 31% | |
| control | 13 | 0.0044 | onet dimensi 92% wikipedia 8% | |
| production | 12 | 0.0041 | onet dimensi 67% onet tasks 17% | |
| management | 12 | 0.0041 | onet dimensi 58% inference 25% | |
| needs | 12 | 0.0041 | onet dimensi 67% dwas 17% | |
| materials | 12 | 0.0041 | onet dimensi 83% dwas 17% | |
| includes | 12 | 0.0041 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0041 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| farming | 12 | 0.0041 | wikipedia 42% dwas 33% | |
| standards | 11 | 0.0038 | onet dimensi 73% inference 18% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0038 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| personnel | 10 | 0.0034 | onet tasks 40% onet dimensi 40% | |
| procedures | 10 | 0.0034 | onet dimensi 80% onet tasks 20% | |
| maintenance | 10 | 0.0034 | onet dimensi 40% onet tasks 30% | |
| actions | 10 | 0.0034 | onet dimensi 80% onet tasks 20% | |
| quality | 10 | 0.0034 | onet dimensi 60% dwas 20% | |
| problems | 10 | 0.0034 | onet dimensi 90% onet tasks 10% | |
| resources | 10 | 0.0034 | onet dimensi 90% inference 10% | |
| body | 10 | 0.0034 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| moving | 9 | 0.0031 | onet dimensi 78% onet tasks 11% | |
| animal | 9 | 0.0031 | onet tasks 33% onet dimensi 33% |
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[Core] [82% incumbents] Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safety regulations. DWAs: Inspect products or operations to ensure that standards are met. [Core] [82% incumbents] Train workers in tree felling or bucking, operation of tractors or loading machines, yarding or loading techniques, or safety regulations. DWAs: Train workers in farming, forestry, or hunting techniques. [Core] [82% incumbents] Coordinate dismantling, moving, and setting up equipment at new work sites. DWAs: Coordinate forestry or agricultural activities. [Core] [82% incumbents] Coordinate the selection and movement of logs from storage areas, according to transportation schedules or production requirements. DWAs: Coordinate forestry or agricultural activities. [Core] [81% incumbents] Communicate with forestry personnel regarding forest harvesting or forest management plans, procedures, or schedules. DWAs: Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities. [Core] [81% incumbents] Schedule work crews, equipment, or transportation for several different work locations. DWAs: Schedule agricultural or forestry work. [Core] [77% incumbents] Train workers in techniques such as planting, harvesting, weeding, or insect identification and in the use of safety measures. DWAs: Train workers in farming, forestry, or hunting techniques. [Core] [77% incumbents] Inspect facilities to determine maintenance needs. DWAs: Inspect equipment or facilities to determine condition or maintenance needs. [Core] [76% incumbents] Confer with managers to evaluate weather or soil conditions, to develop plans or procedures, or to discuss issues such as changes in fertilizers, herbicides, or cultivating techniques. DWAs: Confer with managers to make operational decisions. [Core] [76% incumbents] Inspect crops, fields, or plant stock to determine conditions and need for cultivating, spraying, weeding, or harvesting. DWAs: Evaluate quality of plants or crops. [Core] [76% incumbents] Drive or operate farm machinery, such as trucks, tractors, or self-propelled harvesters, to transport workers or supplies or to cultivate or harvest fields. DWAs: Operate farming equipment. [Core] [76% incumbents] Read inventory records, customer orders, or shipping schedules to determine required activities. DWAs: Monitor organizational processes. [Core] [76% incumbents] Requisition or purchase supplies, such as insecticides, machine parts or lubricants, or tools. DWAs: Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products. [Core] [76% incumbents] Monitor or oversee construction projects, such as horticultural buildings or irrigation systems. DWAs: Direct activities of agricultural, forestry, or fishery employees. [Core] [76% incumbents] Issue equipment, such as farm implements, machinery, ladders, or containers to workers, and collect equipment when work is complete. DWAs: Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products. [Core] [76% incumbents] Calculate or monitor budgets for maintenance or development of collections, grounds, or infrastructure. DWAs: Monitor financial activities. [Core] [75% incumbents] Prepare and maintain time or payroll reports, as well as details of personnel actions, such as performance evaluations, hires, promotions, or disciplinary actions. DWAs: Maintain personnel records. [Core] [70% incumbents] Record the numbers and types of fish or shellfish reared, harvested, released, sold, and shipped. DWAs: Record agricultural or forestry inventory data. [Core] [70% incumbents] Observe fish and beds or ponds to detect diseases, monitor fish growth, determine quality of fish, or determine completeness of harvesting. DWAs: Monitor animal behavior or condition. [Core] [70% incumbents] Train workers in spawning, rearing, cultivating, and harvesting methods, and in the use of equipment. DWAs: Train workers in farming, forestry, or hunting techniques. [Core] [70% incumbents] Perform both supervisory and management functions, such as accounting, marketing, and personnel work. DWAs: Direct activities of agricultural, forestry, or fishery employees. [Core] [68% incumbents] Transport or arrange for transport of animals, equipment, food, animal feed, and other supplies to and from work sites. DWAs: Transport animals, crops, or equipment. [Core] [68% incumbents] Inspect buildings, fences, fields or ranges, supplies, and equipment to determine work to be performed. DWAs: Inspect equipment or facilities to determine condition or maintenance needs. [Core] [67% incumbents] Assign tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters. DWAs: Assign duties or work schedules to employees. [Core] [67% incumbents] Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warranted. DWAs: Monitor animal behavior or condition. [Core] [67% incumbents] Treat animal illnesses or injuries, following experience or instructions of veterinarians. DWAs: Treat animal injuries or illnesses. [Core] [67% incumbents] Confer with managers to determine production requirements, conditions of equipment and supplies, and work schedules. DWAs: Confer with managers to make operational decisions. [None] Direct or assist with the adjustment or repair of equipment or machinery. DWAs: Maintain forestry, hunting, or agricultural equipment. | Direct technical activities or operations. [None] Monitor operations to identify and solve problems, improve work methods, and ensure compliance with safety, company, and government regulations. DWAs: Monitor operational quality or safety. [None] Plan work schedules according to personnel and equipment availability. DWAs: Schedule agricultural or forestry work.
--- SKILLS --- Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Reading Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Active Listening (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Learning Strategies (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Writing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Mathematics (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems. Science (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. --- KNOWLEDGE --- Administration and Management (imp:3.89 lvl:4.21) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, Production and Processing (imp:3.70 lvl:4.16) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.52 lvl:4.22) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic English Language (imp:3.42 lvl:2.99) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Mechanical (imp:3.41 lvl:3.90) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Education and Training (imp:3.31 lvl:3.74) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Biology (imp:3.23 lvl:3.34) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd Food Production (imp:3.02 lvl:3.07) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food Mathematics (imp:3.02 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl Public Safety and Security (imp:2.97 lvl:3.03) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Transportation (imp:2.90 lvl:2.99) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Administrative (imp:2.84 lvl:2.77) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.82 lvl:2.74) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra Psychology (imp:2.71 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Building and Construction (imp:2.68 lvl:2.95) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Sales and Marketing (imp:2.63 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Computers and Electronics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Engineering and Technology (imp:2.58 lvl:2.95) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Economics and Accounting (imp:2.54 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Chemistry (imp:2.53 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a Law and Government (imp:2.48 lvl:2.37) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat Physics (imp:2.29 lvl:2.14) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, Geography (imp:2.26 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Design (imp:2.13 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of Foreign Language (imp:2.01 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Telecommunications (imp:2.01 lvl:1.29) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Communications and Media (imp:1.95 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.94 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.61 lvl:0.98) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.58 lvl:1.12) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.56 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their History and Archeology (imp:1.48 lvl:0.86) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi Fine Arts (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform --- ABILITIES --- Oral Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Oral Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Information Ordering (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Category Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping Far Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at a distance. Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Written Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.50) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the Depth Perception (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Selective Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Static Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Extent Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Originality (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Number Facility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Response Orientation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o Rate Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an Reaction Time (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Spatial Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and Dynamic Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra Explosive Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta Peripheral Vision (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting. Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated. Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions. Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs. --- WORK ACTIVITIES --- Getting Information (imp:4.02 lvl:4.02) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.02 lvl:4.30) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.97 lvl:4.38) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.93 lvl:3.89) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.84 lvl:4.41) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.81 lvl:4.45) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.80 lvl:3.85) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.77 lvl:4.63) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.76 lvl:4.43) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.64 lvl:3.93) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.64 lvl:4.07) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.60 lvl:4.01) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.59 lvl:4.57) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.59 lvl:4.02) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.58 lvl:5.09) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.55 lvl:3.64) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Processing Information (imp:3.52 lvl:3.85) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.47 lvl:3.04) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.46 lvl:4.49) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.42 lvl:3.93) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.41 lvl:3.41) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.40 lvl:3.96) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.37 lvl:3.78) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.25 lvl:4.05) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.24 lvl:3.42) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.23 lvl:3.34) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.20 lvl:3.53) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.20 lvl:3.58) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.09 lvl:3.27) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.03 lvl:3.08) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Thinking Creatively (imp:2.99 lvl:3.33) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.94 lvl:2.85) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Working with Computers (imp:2.91 lvl:2.70) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.88 lvl:2.89) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.60 lvl:2.77) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.53 lvl:2.57) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.52 lvl:2.57) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.47 lvl:2.30) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.38 lvl:2.52) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.34 lvl:2.08) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.32 lvl:2.25) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving --- WORK STYLES --- Leadership Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Dependability (imp:2.53) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Perseverance (imp:2.01) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Perseverance (imp:2.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Cooperation (imp:1.88) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Attention to Detail (imp:1.86) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity (imp:1.73) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Self-Control (imp:1.66) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Self-Confidence (imp:1.60) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Achievement Orientation (imp:1.58) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Stress Tolerance (imp:1.43) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Social Orientation (imp:1.38) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Cautiousness (imp:1.29) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Adaptability (imp:1.05) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.04) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Leadership Orientation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Optimism (imp:0.98) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Initiative (imp:0.95) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Humility (imp:0.87) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Empathy (imp:0.79) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Sincerity (imp:0.62) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.43) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Innovation (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on --- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS --- Coordination (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Time Management (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Instructing (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Teaching others how to do something. Operations Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Negotiation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems. Systems Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Systems Evaluation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Troubleshooting (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the Management of Material Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Service Orientation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Equipment Selection (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools. Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Operations Analysis (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes. Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
--- NATIONAL WAGES --- total_employment : 27,960 annual_median : $59,320 annual_pct10 : $38,990 annual_pct25 : $46,670 annual_pct75 : $75,290 annual_pct90 : $91,770 annual_mean : $62,730 hourly_median : $28.52 --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : Minnesota ($81,480) lowest_state : Puerto Rico ($33,800) dispersion_ratio : 2.411x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (49 total) --- Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp: 15,210 median: $ 56,820 Wholesale Trade emp: 3,320 median: $ 59,810 Retail Trade emp: 1,830 median: $ 52,830 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 1,670 median: $ 67,320 Manufacturing emp: 1,640 median: $ 67,180 Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp: 920 median: $ 66,460 Educational Services emp: 630 median: $ 59,680 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 580 median: $ 62,520 Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 520 median: $ 57,910 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp: 470 median: $ 64,420 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (17 total) --- Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp: 15,210 median: $ 56,820 Wholesale Trade emp: 3,320 median: $ 59,810 Retail Trade emp: 1,830 median: $ 52,830 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 1,670 median: $ 67,320 Manufacturing emp: 1,640 median: $ 67,180 Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp: 920 median: $ 66,460 Educational Services emp: 630 median: $ 59,680 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 580 median: $ 62,520 Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 520 median: $ 57,910 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp: 470 median: $ 64,420
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model_pass2 : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, and wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation has clear boundaries and well-defined supervisory responsibilities in agriculture and forestry sectors.
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tokens_input : 4,834
tokens_output : 4,276
cost_usd : $0.046522
wikipedia_used : False
wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No direct Wikipedia match found for this supervisory occupation. The closest semantic match was 'Fishing industry in Peru' with 0.386 similarity, indicating limited coverage of agricultural supervision roles in Wikipedia.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers directly oversee and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related field workers. These supervisors monitor safety compliance, train workers in specialized techniques, and coordinate equipment scheduling across multiple work sites. They serve as the critical operational link between management and frontline agricultural workers, ensuring productivity while maintaining safety standards.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
These supervisors begin their days by inspecting facilities and equipment to determine maintenance needs and safety compliance. They coordinate the scheduling of work crews and equipment across multiple locations while monitoring weather and soil conditions to adjust operational plans. Throughout the day, they train workers in techniques such as planting, harvesting, tree felling, and equipment operation while ensuring adherence to safety regulations. They spend considerable time communicating with forestry personnel and management about harvesting schedules and production requirements. Their work involves constant coordination of equipment dismantling and setup at new sites, along with overseeing the selection and movement of logs or crops according to transportation schedules.
WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with strong leadership and communication abilities who can effectively manage diverse teams in outdoor environments. Successful supervisors possess high problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions under varying weather and operational conditions. They typically have a practical, hands-on approach to work with strong attention to detail for safety compliance and quality standards. People who thrive demonstrate both technical knowledge of agricultural or forestry operations and the interpersonal skills needed to train and motivate workers across multiple job sites.
CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a combination of education and experience, with 32.9% holding bachelor's degrees and 31.5% entering with high school diplomas according to O*NET data. Many professionals gain relevant experience through agricultural or forestry work before moving into supervisory roles. Post-secondary certificates in agriculture, natural resources, or related fields account for 13.7% of the workforce and can provide valuable specialized training.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced supervisors often advance to farm managers, agricultural operations managers, or regional supervisory positions overseeing multiple facilities. Some transition into agricultural consulting, equipment sales, or government roles in agricultural extension services. The combination of technical expertise and management experience opens pathways to roles in agricultural technology companies or sustainable farming initiatives.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 27,960 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $59,320 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $38,990 to $91,770. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Minnesota offering the highest wages at $81,480 and Puerto Rico the lowest at $33,800, reflecting regional agricultural economies. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting sectors employ 15,210 workers, representing the primary employment base, followed by Wholesale Trade with 3,320 positions. The role's demand correlates with agricultural production cycles and the ongoing need for specialized supervision in increasingly mechanized farming operations.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While agricultural technology continues advancing, supervisory roles requiring human judgment for safety compliance, worker training, and operational coordination remain largely automation-resistant. The emphasis on inspecting equipment and coordinating complex multi-site operations requires adaptive decision-making that current automation cannot fully replace.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[skill_overlap] First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles share high-importance skills in critical thinking, monitoring, and coordination with similar leadership and management responsibilities.
data: Monitoring (imp:3.6)
data: Administration and Management (imp:3.9)
data: Leadership Orientation (imp:3.0)
[task_similarity] First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles involve inspecting equipment and facilities to determine maintenance needs and coordinating worker activities across multiple locations.
data: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.9)
data: Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.8)
[riasec_cluster] First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (47-1011.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both occupations show strong Enterprising and Realistic RIASEC patterns, reflecting leadership in hands-on operational environments.
data: RIASEC E:6.01, R:5.53
data: Job Zone 3
data: Equipment coordination tasks
[knowledge_overlap] First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers (37-1012.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles require biological knowledge and production processes understanding for managing outdoor workers in plant-related activities.
data: Biology (imp:3.2)
data: Production and Processing (imp:3.7)
data: Outdoor work environment
[transferable_skill] First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators (53-1043.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles emphasize coordination and management of personnel resources while overseeing equipment operation across multiple work sites.
data: Coordination (imp:3.8)
data: Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.5)
data: Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.8)
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['farming supervisor', 'agricultural supervisor', 'forestry supervisor', 'farm manager', 'field supervisor', 'agricultural operations', 'forestry operations', 'aquaculture supervisor']
exclude_keywords : ['farm worker', 'field worker', 'forestry worker', 'agricultural laborer', 'harvest worker']
title_patterns : ['*Supervisor*Farm*', '*Agricultural*Supervisor*', '*Forestry*Supervisor*', '*Farm*Manager*', '*Agronomy*Supervisor*']
common_variations: ['Agricultural Supervisor', 'Farm Supervisor', 'Forestry Supervisor', 'Agricultural Operations Manager', 'Field Operations Supervisor', 'Agronomy Manager', 'Barn Manager', 'Animal Care Supervisor']
total_terms : 40 top_words : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'agricultural', 'techniques', 'forestry', 'activities', 'principles', 'safety', 'operations', 'control', 'production', 'management', 'needs', 'materials', 'includes', 'objects', 'farming', 'standards', 'ideas'] source_layers : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference TERM COUNT FREQ DOMINANT SOURCE SOURCE BREAKDOWN ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── equipment 47 0.01603 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:49% onet_tasks:21% dwas:15% tendency 42 0.01432 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% others 38 0.01296 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% agricultural 21 0.00716 inference inference:57% dwas:38% wikipedia:5% techniques 19 0.00648 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:53% onet_tasks:16% dwas:16% forestry 18 0.00614 dwas dwas:61% inference:33% onet_tasks:6% activities 18 0.00614 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:50% dwas:39% onet_tasks:6% principles 16 0.00546 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% safety 13 0.00443 inference inference:46% onet_tasks:38% onet_dimensions:8% operations 13 0.00443 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:46% inference:31% dwas:15% control 13 0.00443 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:92% wikipedia:8% production 12 0.00409 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:67% onet_tasks:17% inference:17% management 12 0.00409 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:58% inference:25% onet_tasks:17% needs 12 0.00409 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:67% dwas:17% onet_tasks:8% materials 12 0.00409 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:83% dwas:17% includes 12 0.00409 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% objects 12 0.00409 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% farming 12 0.00409 wikipedia wikipedia:42% dwas:33% inference:25% standards 11 0.00375 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:73% inference:18% dwas:9% ideas 11 0.00375 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% personnel 10 0.00341 onet_tasks onet_tasks:40% onet_dimensions:40% dwas:10% procedures 10 0.00341 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:80% onet_tasks:20% maintenance 10 0.00341 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:40% onet_tasks:30% dwas:20% actions 10 0.00341 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:80% onet_tasks:20% quality 10 0.00341 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:60% dwas:20% onet_tasks:10% problems 10 0.00341 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:90% onet_tasks:10% resources 10 0.00341 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:90% inference:10% body 10 0.00341 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% moving 9 0.00307 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:78% onet_tasks:11% inference:11% animal 9 0.00307 onet_tasks onet_tasks:33% onet_dimensions:33% dwas:33% monitoring 9 0.00307 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:89% inference:11% needed 9 0.00307 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:78% wikipedia:11% inference:11% quickly 9 0.00307 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% orientation 9 0.00307 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100% machines 8 0.00273 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:88% onet_tasks:12% schedules 8 0.00273 onet_tasks onet_tasks:62% inference:25% dwas:12% harvesting 8 0.00273 onet_tasks onet_tasks:62% inference:25% onet_dimensions:12% performance 8 0.00273 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:88% onet_tasks:12% problem 8 0.00273 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:88% inference:12% rules 8 0.00273 onet_dimensions onet_dimensions:100%