Assessment Template For First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related workers.
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

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Occupation-Specific

Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Questions30
Time Limit15 min

Tasks

  • Assign tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
  • Record the numbers and types of fish or shellfish reared, harvested, released, sold, and shipped.
  • Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safety regulations.
  • Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warranted.
  • Observe fish and beds or ponds to detect diseases, monitor fish growth, determine quality of fish, or determine completeness of harvesting.

Technology Skills

Data base user interface and query software

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

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPoint

Accounting software

BCS Woodlands Software The Logger Tracker, Sage 50 Accounting

Calendar and scheduling software

Employee scheduling software, Work scheduling software

Inventory management software

Landmark Sales LOG-istics, TradeTec Computer Systems TallyWorks Logs

Worker Requirements

Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Questions30
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Coordination
Questions20
Time Limit15 min
Knowledge
Administration and Management
Questions30
Time Limit20 min

Skills

Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Monitoring

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Management of Personnel Resources

Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

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.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Mechanical

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Worker Characteristics

Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Questions30
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Coordination
Questions20
Time Limit15 min
Knowledge
Administration and Management
Questions30
Time Limit20 min
Abilities
Oral Comprehension
Questions20
Time Limit25 min
Interests
Enterprising
Questions30
Time Limit15 min
Work Values
Independence
Questions30
Time Limit15 min
Work Styles
Dependability
Questions25
Time Limit20 min

Abilities

Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Problem Sensitivity

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Speech Clarity

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

Interests

Enterprising

Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.

Realistic

Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Conventional

Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

Work Values

Independence

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

Support

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Work Styles

Dependability

Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Attention to Detail

Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Integrity

Job requires being honest and ethical.

Leadership

Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.

Adaptability/Flexibility

Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

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