Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of animal husbandry or animal care workers.
First-Line Supervisors of Animal Husbandry and Animal Care Workers
Average
$48,830
ANNUAL
$23.48
HOURLY
Entry Level
$39,040
ANNUAL
$18.77
HOURLY
Mid Level
$48,955
ANNUAL
$23.54
HOURLY
Expert Level
$58,870
ANNUAL
$28.30
HOURLY
First-Line Supervisors of Animal Husbandry and Animal Care Workers
630
Projected job openings through 2024
First-Line Supervisors of Animal Husbandry and Animal Care Workers
Supporting Certifications
Degree Recommendations
First-Line Supervisors of Animal Husbandry and Animal Care Workers
01
Assign tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
02
Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warranted.
03
Monitor animal care, maintenance, breeding, or packing and transfer activities to ensure work is done correctly.
04
Treat animal illnesses or injuries, following experience or instructions of veterinarians.
05
Establish work schedules and procedures.
06
Train workers in animal care procedures, maintenance duties, and safety precautions.
07
Perform the same animal care duties as subordinates.
08
Investigate complaints of animal neglect or cruelty, and follow up on complaints appearing to require prosecution.
09
Recruit, hire, and pay workers.
10
Study feed, weight, health, genetic, or milk production records to determine feed formulas and rations and breeding schedules.
First-Line Supervisors of Animal Husbandry and Animal Care Workers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
SKILL
Management of Personnel Resources
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Monitoring
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
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