O*NET-SOC 45-1011.00

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

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

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Assign tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.Core23340
Record the numbers and types of fish or shellfish reared, harvested, released, sold, and shipped.Core23341
Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safety regulations.Core23342
Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warranted.Core23343
Observe fish and beds or ponds to detect diseases, monitor fish growth, determine quality of fish, or determine completeness of harvesting.Core23344
Train workers in tree felling or bucking, operation of tractors or loading machines, yarding or loading techniques, or safety regulations.Core23345
Treat animal illnesses or injuries, following experience or instructions of veterinarians.Core23346
Train workers in spawning, rearing, cultivating, and harvesting methods, and in the use of equipment.Core23347
Train workers in techniques such as planting, harvesting, weeding, or insect identification and in the use of safety measures.Core23348
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.Core23349
Communicate with forestry personnel regarding forest harvesting or forest management plans, procedures, or schedules.Core23350
Inspect crops, fields, or plant stock to determine conditions and need for cultivating, spraying, weeding, or harvesting.Core23351
Coordinate dismantling, moving, and setting up equipment at new work sites.Core23352
Coordinate the selection and movement of logs from storage areas, according to transportation schedules or production requirements.Core23353
Schedule work crews, equipment, or transportation for several different work locations.Core23354
Drive or operate farm machinery, such as trucks, tractors, or self-propelled harvesters, to transport workers or supplies or to cultivate or harvest fields.Core23355
Perform both supervisory and management functions, such as accounting, marketing, and personnel work.Core23356
Transport or arrange for transport of animals, equipment, food, animal feed, and other supplies to and from work sites.Core23357
Inspect buildings, fences, fields or ranges, supplies, and equipment to determine work to be performed.Core23358
Read inventory records, customer orders, or shipping schedules to determine required activities.Core23359
Inspect facilities to determine maintenance needs.Core23360
Confer with managers to determine production requirements, conditions of equipment and supplies, and work schedules.Core23361
Prepare and maintain time or payroll reports, as well as details of personnel actions, such as performance evaluations, hires, promotions, or disciplinary actions.Core23362
Requisition or purchase supplies, such as insecticides, machine parts or lubricants, or tools.Core23363
Monitor or oversee construction projects, such as horticultural buildings or irrigation systems.Core23364
Issue equipment, such as farm implements, machinery, ladders, or containers to workers, and collect equipment when work is complete.Core23365
Calculate or monitor budgets for maintenance or development of collections, grounds, or infrastructure.Core23366
Direct or assist with the adjustment or repair of equipment or machinery.23367
Monitor operations to identify and solve problems, improve work methods, and ensure compliance with safety, company, and government regulations.23368
Plan work schedules according to personnel and equipment availability.23369

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 21 examples in 15 categories, 6 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Project management software

Atlassian ConfluenceHot Technology

Accounting software

BCS Woodlands Software The Logger Tracker
Sage 50 Accounting

Data base user interface and query software

Cattlesoft CattleMax
Database software
Lion Edge Technologies Ranch Manager
Valley Agricultural Software DairyCOMP 305

Calendar and scheduling software

Employee scheduling software
Work scheduling software

Inventory management software

Landmark Sales LOG-istics
TradeTec Computer Systems TallyWorks Logs

Map creation software

Mapping software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

Midwest MicroSystems Cow Sense

Time accounting software

Payroll software

Expert system software

Valley Agricultural Software Feed Watch

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor organizational processes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitor operational quality or safety.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitor financial activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitor animal behavior or condition.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Inspect products or operations to ensure that standards are met.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspect equipment or facilities to determine condition or maintenance needs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate quality of plants or crops.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Scheduling Work and Activities

Schedule agricultural or forestry work.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

Transport animals, crops, or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Controlling Machines and Processes

Operate farming equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Maintain forestry, hunting, or agricultural equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Maintain personnel records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Record agricultural or forestry inventory data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Confer with managers to make operational decisions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

Treat animal injuries or illnesses.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Assign duties or work schedules to employees.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 1 of 1 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- Supports 1
- Jira clicode-and-sorts/awesome-copilot-agents637 installsSupports
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Pass
  Runlayer Warn
  Snyk Warn
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass

Training and Teaching Others

Train workers in farming, forestry, or hunting techniques.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Coordinate forestry or agricultural activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct activities of agricultural, forestry, or fishery employees.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct technical activities or operations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill1 of 22

Distinct tools1

Level mix

Supports 1

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.