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An AgriculturalCareer for You
Unlimited Oppor
tunities
More than 400 a
gricultural
related careers li
sted!
LOOK INSIDE...
Inside. . .
Where’s the Mone
y?
Current salaries,
benefits
and job potentia
l!
LOOK INSIDE...
Where to Go
Top agricultural
university
and technical col
lege
information! LOO
K INSIDE...
Wisconsin AGRIC
ULTURE
The State’s bigge
st employer
and largest indu
stry at $88
billion...LOOK IN
SIDE!
When work is this much fun, just imagine how happy you could beworking in an agricultural career! The possibilities are endless.~ LOOK INSIDE…!
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
Which One Will You Choose?
“Badgerland Financial is committed to providing quality products and services to our member customers. To do this, we must recruit high quality, intelligent individuals who have a passion for agriculture and the drive to do whatever is necessary to service our
customers needs. A good work ethic, a background in agriculture, a team player, and the desire to have fun are just some of the qualities we value in a candidate.” - Badgerland
Helpful Career website links can
be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Aerial Crop Duster
q Ag Commodity Marketing Spe
cialist
q Ag Loan Officer
q Agronomist
q Aquaculturist
q Arborist
q BiotechnologyLab Technician
q Botanist
q College Agricultural Educator
q Crop Farm Manager
q Crop Insurance Specialist
q Custom Hay Silage Operator
q Extension Agent
q Farmer (Livestock, Crop, Fruit
, Vegetable)
q Florist/Floral Design
q Forest Geneticist
q Golf Course Superintendent
q Grain Operations Superintend
ent
q Greenhouse Manager
q Grower
q HS Agricultural Educator
q Hydroponics Grower
q Landscape Architect
q Landscape Worker
q Lawn Care Technician
q Microbiologist
q Orchard Owner
q Organic Certification Speciali
st
q Organic Farmer
q Plant Breeder/Geneticist
q Plant Business Retail Owner/M
anager
q Plant Business Wholesale Ow
ner/Manager
q Plant Pathologist
q Rancher
q Sales Representative
q Seed Farmer
q Sod Farmer
q Soil & Plant Scientist
q Soil & Water Specialist
q Tree Farm Manager (Christma
s, Specialty)
q Tree Surgeon
q Turf Manager
q Vineculturist
A career connected to plants gives u
s exciting opportunities to make a dif
ference in people’sdaily lives. Plants
play
an important rolein the sustenance
of our lives. This pathway allows for a
pplications of science, discovery, ma
nage-
ment and creativity to name a few. C
areers in the “Plant Systems Pathway
” make differencesfor tomorrow!
Genetic engineering plays a larg
e
part in the advancement of frui
ts
and vegetables.
Plant Systems Pathway
Career Tip #1
PROMPTNESS:
Always be on time or early to wor
k. This
reflects that your career is impo
rtant to you
and your employer will recognize
this. If
you know you will be late or abs
ent, call
your employer with your reason.
“From basic to beautiful,landscape workers createscenery to celebrate!”Janel – Landscape Worker
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
Animal Systems PathwayThis pathway draws attention to our interest in and related to the animal industry. Its dynamics offer a host ofexcellent opportunities that are truly needed in today and tomorrows career spectrum. It can allow you to transform
basic skills into specialized fields.
Career Tip #2CAREER RESUME:Build your career foundation with jobshadow or internship experiences.Ask your teachers and guidancecounselors for opportunities withinyour community. Include theseexperiences on your career resume.
Some types of livestockproduction neverchange!
Agricultural Educator qAnimal Biologist qAnimal Breeder qAnimal Caretaker qAnimal Groomer qAnimal Health Salesperson qAnimal Nutritionist qAnimal Pharmaceutical Researcher/Consultant qAnimal Scientist qAnimal Trainer qAnimal Welfare Inspector qAquaculturist qArtificial Insemination Distributor qBroiler/Breeder Representative qCollege Agriculture Educator qCompanion/Recreational Animal Manager qDairy Producer qDNA Technician qEmbryo Transfer Technician qEquine Manager q
Farmer qFarrier qFood & Drug Administration Manager qFeed Mill Manager/Supervisor qFeed Mill Operator qFeed Sales Representative qFeed Sales Specialist qHatchery Manager qHatchery Processor/Laborer qHatchery Supervisor qInternational Quarantine Facility Manager qKennel Operator qLaboratory Animal Technician qLive Haul Chicken/Turkey Catcher qLive Haul Manager/Supervisor qLive Receiving Worker qLivestock Business Retail Owner/Manager q
Livestock Business Wholesale Owner/Manager qLivestock Buyer qLivestock Geneticist qLivestock Inspector qLivestock Producer qMeat Science Researcher qOrnithologist qPet Store Manager qPoultry Manager qRancher qReproductive Physiologist qSire Handling Manager qSpecialty Livestock Producer q
Taxidermist qUSDA Inspector qVaccinator q
Veterinarian qVeterinary Assistant qVeterinary Technician qZoo Manager q
“Working with animals is
wonderful. Being able to save
someone’s best friend is the
greatest feeling in theworld.”
Bobbi Jo – VeterinaryAssistant
Helpful Career website links can
be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Agriculture Applications Softw
are Developer/Programmer
q Agriculture Diesel Mechanic
q Agriculture Electrician
q Agriculture Engineer
q Agriculture Engineering Specia
list
q Agriculture Equipment Design
er
q Agriculture Equipment Repair
Technician
q Agriculture Safety Engineer
q Animal Equipment Manufactu
rer
q Automation Specialist
q Communication/Telecommunic
ation Technician
q Computer Analyst
q Computer Service Support Tec
hnician
q Database Administrator
q Electronics Systems Technicia
n
q Equipment/Parts Manager
q Extension Agent
q Fork Lift Operator
q Golf, Turf Equipment Repair T
echnician
q GPS Technician
q Heavy Equipment Maintenanc
e Technician
q Information Lab Specialist
q Irrigation Engineer
q Land Surveyor
q Machine Operator
q Machinist
q MaintenanceManager/Coordi
nator
q Nanotechnician
q Outdoor Power Equipment Rep
air Technician
q Recycling Technician
q Refrigeration/Ammonia Mech
anic
q Remote Sensing Specialist
q Renewable Energy Specialist
q Safety Inspector
q Station Mechanic
q Truck Driver
q Waste WaterTreatment Plant
Operator
q Welder
Power Structural &Technical
Systems PathwayThis avenue is trul
y technology in action! It leads to a
variety of work environments. Individu
als can apply their
ingenuity, design and creativity skills
resulting in technological studies and
advancements.
Career Tip #3
LEARN BY DOING:
Be willing to learn on-the-job
and begin with simple duties.
Keep your goalsin sight and
remain patient along the way.
Doing this will help you climb
the ladder to career success!
Working with equipment used in
producing biodiesel is technolog
y in action.
“New fuels” arefast becoming a
necessity.
“Starting my o
wn corporatio
n
was founded
on many of t
he
principals and
“handson” ski
lls I learned
while involve
d withthe FF
A andmy
high school
agriculture p
rogram.”
Mark –Corpor
ate Owner/En
trepreneur of
an Automatio
n and Controls
Industry
“Confidence and independencehas allowed me to be asuccessful entrepreneur.Agriculture is where I want to stay!”Bradley – Heavy EquipmentTruck Owner/Operator
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
Animal Behaviorist qCartographer/Photogrammetrist qEcologist qEnvironmentalist q
Fire Warden qFish & Game Officer qFish Hatchery Manager qFisheries Technician qForester qForest Supervisor qForest Technician qGame Farm Supervisor q
Game Warden qGeological Test Technician qGeologist qGlass Industry Manager qHazardous Materials Technician qHeavy Equipment Operator q
Hydrologist qLog Grader/Scaler qLogger qLogging Tractor Operator qLumber Mill Operator qMining/Geological Engineer qNursery Operator q
Park Manager qPulp & Paper Manager qRange Manager qRange Technician qSoil Conservationist qSoil Geology Technician qSoil Scientist qToxicologist qUrban Forester qWater Monitoring Technician qWildlife Biologist qWildlife Manager qYouth Program Director q
Career Tip #4MOVING ON:When you find yourself changingcareers or linking up with a newcompany or business, provide yourcurrent employer with at least a twoweek notice. It is simply polite to doin the career world.
Natural ResourcesSystem PathwayThis pathway can lead you to environmental links that make real world differences. Passions for naturalresources can be sparked. It gives microscopic and magnified views of resources revolving around nature’saction and adventure.
Environmental clean-upis considered anagricultural field!
“What I do today will affect
future generations. Having an open
mind in land use planning and having
an understanding ofagriculture will
help me make correct decisions.”
Jeff – Land Use/Code
Enforcement Specialist
Helpful Career website links can
be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Bio-security Agent
q Environmental Compliance As
surance Manager
q Environmental Sampling & An
alysis Scientist
q Environmental Specialist
q Excavation
q Green EnergyEthanol Speciali
st
q Green EnergyMethane Specia
list
q Green EnergySolar Specialist
q Green EnergyWind Power Spe
cialist
q Hazardous Materials Manage
r
q Health & Safety Manager/Tec
hnician
q Health & Safety Sanitarian
q Odor ControlManager
q Pest Control Manager
q Pollution Prevention & Contro
l Manager
q Recycling Engineer
q Solid Waste Disposer & Recyc
ler
q Solid Waste Manager
q Solid Waste Recycler
q Toxicologist
q Waste Recovery System Analy
st
q Waste WaterManager
q Water Environment Manager
q Water QualityManager
q Water Reclamation Specialist
q Wind Energy Technician
Environmental Service
System PathwaySound manageme
nt ideas and principles can be applie
d within this pathway. It offers opport
unities to promote
environmental security through proac
tive avenues. Study, analysis and vis
ionary applicationsgive excitement
to these careers.
Career Tip #5
ENJOYMENT:
Enjoyment is a necessity in life. A
void
looking for an occupation just fo
r the
pay. You will behappier and wor
k more
efficiently and effectively if you
do
something you are truly intereste
d in
and enjoy!
Solid waste/recycling has becom
e an increasingly
important occupation area.
“From my point of view,staying in tune is critical withthe environmental standards.”Jason – Landfill Supervisor
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
Administrative Assistant qAdvertiser/Marketer qAgribusiness Owner/Manager qAgricultural Business Cooperative Manager qAgricultural Chemical Dealer qAgricultural Tourism Host qAgriculture Attorney qAgriculture Business Consultant qAgriculture Commodity Broker qAgriculture Commodity Trading Advisor qAgriculture Economist qAgriculture Insurance Specialist qAgricultural Educator qAgriculture Industry Accounting Specialist qAgriculture Insurance Agent qAgriculture Loan Officer/Banker qAgriculture Products Buyer qAgriculture Radio Personality qAgriculture Tourism Manager qAnimal Health Products Distributor q
Auctioneer qChemical Sales Representative qCost Accountant qCustodial Service Specialist qDairy Herd Supervisor qData Analyst qDesktop Publisher qElectronic Media Coordinator qEquipment Sales Representative qFarm Investment Manager qFarmer qFarm or Ranch Owner/Manager qFeed & Supply Store Manager qFeed Ration Developer & Analyst qFeedlot Operator qFertilizer Sales Representative qField Representative qField Service Representative q4-H Youth Agent qGraphic Designer/Artist qHuman Resources Manager qHuman Resources Generalist qHuman Resources Representative qInternational Trade/Export Manager qInternational Sales Person qInventory Worker qJournalist/Writer qLivestock Breeder qLivestock Seller q
Orientator qPhotographer qProduce Commission Agent qProduction/Lead Worker qProduction Supervisor/Manager qPublic Relations Manager qRancher qReal Estate Broker qSales Manager qShipping/Receiving qStock Broker/Trader qSystems/Protocol Trainer qTelemarketer qTrainer q
Translator qWebmaster q
Career Tip #6BALANCE:Everyone working in a career alsohas a “home life.” To minimizestress, keep things in balance. Tryto complete your work assignmentswhile on-the-job before headinghome for the day.
AgribusinessSystems PathwayHolding an interest in agribusiness basics will be part of the foundation in this pathway. Individuals can branch offinto a variety of careers. Finding the right career connection will yield agribusiness success!
Farm management is stillone of the most importantcareers in our state . . .and our world.
“Selling products andbuilding
connections betweenconsumers
and the land fostersrespect. It’s
enjoyable to work hard to safely and
sustainably producefood and fiber
for our communities.”
Jill and Craig - Agribusiness
Entrepreneurs
Helpful Career website links can
be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Agricultural Consultant
q Agriculture Sales Representati
ve
q Biochemist
q Biomedical Engineer
q Cheese Maker
q Continuous Process Improvem
ent Coordinator
q Cook/Chef
q Dietician
q Farm Products
q Field Representative
q Food & DrugInspector
q Food & FiberEngineer
q Food Broker
q Food Inspector
q Food Preparation Supervisor
q Food Preparer
q Food Processor
q Food ProductDeveloper
q Food Scientist
q Food ServiceWorker
q Grain Elevator Manager
q Grain Inspector
q Marinator
q Marketing & Brand Manager
q Meat Cutter
q Meat Grader
q Meat Inspector
q Meat ScienceResearcher
q Meat Toxicologist
q Microbiologist
q Milk Plant Supervisor
q Nutritionist
q Packager
q Purchasing Agent & Buyer
q Quality Control Specialist
q Retail Processing Worker
q Storage Supervisor
Food Products &Processing Pathw
ayFood is at the core
of careers within this pathway. These
careers will help insecuring the journe
y of food from field
to plate. It can allow you to apply skil
ls from basic to highly scientific. You
r career world willbe colorful with th
is
broad hue of career possibilities!
Career Tip #7
LEARNING IS LIFE-LONG:
It’s never too late to go back to
school.
If extra trainingis required for t
hat
“dream career,”get the training
and
move on to a career that is com
patible
with your passion and skills.
Food and drug inspectors have
become crucialpositions in
today’s society.
“Challenge yourself at thecutting edge of the foodtrends and lead the nationin new eating experiences!”Michelle – Food Scientist
“As a top industry in Wisconsin, agriculture represents a diverse set of career choices that revolve around one thing: LIFE.
Careers in food & agriculture, the environment, energy and health will continue to expand as the world population grows and advances.” - UW Madison
Your Pathway to Career Success.....“From financial services officers to marketing professionals, GreenStone Farm Credit Services offers more than just jobs. Our exciting careers provide employees with an opportunity to demonstrate their passion for agriculture and commitment to rural America. We offer a work environment that demands your best and in return offers personal fulfillment, challenging opportunities and financial rewards. If you are looking for more than a job, choose a career with GreenStone Farm Credit Services. Visit: www.greenstonefcs.com/careers.” - GreenStone Farm Credit Services
1
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Aerial Crop Dusterq Ag Commodity Marketing Specialistq Ag Loan Officerq Agronomistq Aquaculturistq Arboristq Biotechnology Lab Technicianq Botanistq College Agricultural Educatorq Crop Farm Managerq Crop Insurance Specialistq Custom Hay Silage Operatorq Extension Agentq Farmer (Livestock, Crop, Fruit, Vegetable)q Florist/Floral Designq Forest Geneticistq Golf Course Superintendentq Grain Operations Superintendentq Greenhouse Managerq Growerq HS Agricultural Educatorq Hydroponics Growerq Landscape Architectq Landscape Workerq Lawn Care Technicianq Microbiologistq Orchard Owner q Organic Certification Specialist q Organic Farmer q Plant Breeder/Geneticistq Plant Business Retail Owner/Managerq Plant Business Wholesale Owner/Managerq Plant Pathologistq Rancherq Sales Representativeq Seed Farmerq Sod Farmerq Soil & Plant Scientistq Soil & Water Specialistq Tree Farm Manager (Christmas, Specialty)q Tree Surgeonq Turf Managerq Vineculturist
A career connected to plants gives us exciting opportunities to make a difference in people’s daily lives. Plants play an important role in the sustenance of our lives. This pathway allows for applications of science, discovery, manage-
ment and creativity to name a few. Careers in the “Plant Systems Pathway” make differences for tomorrow!
Genetic engineering plays a largepart in the advancement of fruits
and vegetables.
Plant Systems Pathway
Career Tip #1PROMPTNESS:Always be on time or early to work. Thisreflects that your career is important to youand your employer will recognize this. Ifyou know you will be late or absent, callyour employer with your reason.
“From basic to beautiful,landscape workers create scenery to celebrate!”Janel – Landscape Worker
2
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
Animal Systems PathwayThis pathway draws attention to our interest in and related to the animal industry. Its dynamics offer a host of
excellent opportunities that are truly needed in today and tomorrows career spectrum. It can allow you to transform basic skills into specialized fields.
Career Tip #2CAREER RESUME:Build your career foundation with job shadow or internship experienc-es. Ask your teachers and guidance counselors for opportunities within your community. Include theseexperiences on your career resume.
Some types of livestockproduction never change!
Agricultural Educator qAnimal Biologist qAnimal Breeder q
Animal Caretaker qAnimal Groomer q
Animal Health Salesperson qAnimal Nutritionist q
Animal Pharmaceutical Researcher/Consultant q Animal Scientist q
Animal Trainer qAnimal Welfare Inspector q
Aquaculturist qArtificial Insemination Distributor q
Broiler/Breeder Representative q College Agriculture Educator q
Companion/Recreational Animal Manager qDairy Producer q
DNA Technician qEmbryo Transfer Technician q
Equine Manager qFarmer qFarrier q
Food & Drug Administration Manager qFeed Mill Manager/Supervisor q
Feed Mill Operator q Feed Sales Representative q
Feed Sales Specialist qHatchery Manager q
Hatchery Processor/Laborer q Hatchery Supervisor q
International Quarantine Facility Manager q Kennel Operator q
Laboratory Animal Technician qLive Haul Chicken/Turkey Catcher q
Live Haul Manager/Supervisor q Live Receiving Worker q
Livestock Business Retail Owner/Manager q Livestock Business Wholesale Owner/Manager q
Livestock Buyer qLivestock Geneticist qLivestock Inspector qLivestock Producer q
Meat Science Researcher qOrnithologist q
Pet Store Manager q Poultry Manager q
Rancher qReproductive Physiologist q
Sire Handling Manager qSpecialty Livestock Producer q
Taxidermist qUSDA Inspector q
Vaccinator q Veterinarian q
Veterinary Assistant q Veterinary Technician q
Zoo Manager q
“Working with anim
als is
wonderful. Being ab
le to save
someone’s best frien
d is the
greatest feeling in th
e world.”
Bobbi Jo – Veterinary
Assistant
3
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Agriculture Applications Software Developer/Programmerq Agriculture Diesel Mechanic q Agriculture Electricianq Agriculture Engineerq Agriculture Engineering Specialistq Agriculture Equipment Designerq Agriculture Equipment Repair Technicianq Agriculture Safety Engineerq Animal Equipment Manufacturerq Automation Specialistq Communication/Telecommunication Technicianq Computer Analyst q Computer Service Support Technicianq Database Administratorq Electronics Systems Technicianq Equipment/Parts Managerq Extension Agentq Fork Lift Operatorq Golf, Turf Equipment Repair Technicianq GPS Technicianq Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technicianq Information Lab Specialist q Irrigation Engineerq Land Surveyorq Machine Operatorq Machinistq Maintenance Manager/Coordinator q Nanotechnicianq Outdoor Power Equipment Repair Technicianq Recycling Technicianq Refrigeration/Ammonia Mechanic q Remote Sensing Specialistq Renewable Energy Specialistq Safety Inspectorq Station Mechanicq Truck Driverq Waste Water Treatment Plant Operatorq Welder
Power Structural & Technical Systems Pathway
This avenue is truly technology in action! It leads to a variety of work environments. Individuals can apply theiringenuity, design and creativity skills resulting in technological studies and advancements.
Career Tip #3LEARN BY DOING:Be willing to learn on-the-job and begin with simple duties. Keep your goals in sight and remain patient along the way. Doing this will help you climb the ladder to career success!
Working with equipment used inproducing biodiesel is technology in action. “New fuels” are fast becoming a necessity.
“Starting my own co
rporation
was founded on man
y of the
principals and “hands
on” skills I learned
while involved with
the FFA and my
high school agricul
ture program.”
Mark – Corporate O
wner/Entrepreneur
of
an Automation and
Controls Industry
“Confidence and independencehas allowed me to be asuccessful entrepreneur.
Agriculture is where I want to stay!”Bradley – Heavy EquipmentTruck Owner/Operator
4
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
Animal Behaviorist qCartographer/Photogrammetrist q
Ecologist qEnvironmentalist q
Fire Warden qFish & Game Officer q
Fish Hatchery Manager qFisheries Technician q
Forester qForest Supervisor qForest Technician q
Game Farm Supervisor qGame Warden q
Geological Test Technician qGeologist q
Glass Industry Manager qHazardous Materials Technician q
Heavy Equipment Operator qHydrologist q
Log Grader/Scaler qLogger q
Logging Tractor Operator qLumber Mill Operator q
Mining/Geological Engineer qNursery Operator q
Park Manager qPulp & Paper Manager q
Range Manager qRange Technician q
Soil Conservationist qSoil Geology Technician q
Soil Scientist qToxicologist q
Urban Forester qWater Monitoring Technician q
Wildlife Biologist qWildlife Manager q
Youth Program Director q
Career Tip #4MOVING ON:When you find yourself changing careers or linking up with a new company or business, provide your current employer with at least a two week notice. It is simply polite to do in the career world.
Natural Resources System Pathway
This pathway can lead you to environmental links that make real world differences. Passions for naturalresources can be sparked. It gives microscopic and magnified views of resources revolving around nature’s
action and adventure.
Environmental clean-upis considered anagricultural field!
“What I do today w
ill affect
future generations.
Having an open
mind in land use pla
nning and having
an understanding o
f agriculture will
help me make correc
t decisions.”
Jeff – Land Use/Co
de
Enforcement Specia
list
5
Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Bio-security Agentq Environmental Compliance Assurance Managerq Environmental Sampling & Analysis Scientistq Environmental Specialistq Excavationq Green Energy Ethanol Specialistq Green Energy Methane Specialistq Green Energy Solar Specialistq Green Energy Wind Power Specialistq Hazardous Materials Managerq Health & Safety Manager/Technician q Health & Safety Sanitarianq Odor Control Managerq Pest Control Managerq Pollution Prevention & Control Managerq Recycling Engineerq Solid Waste Disposer & Recyclerq Solid Waste Managerq Solid Waste Recyclerq Toxicologistq Waste Recovery System Analyst q Waste Water Managerq Water Environment Managerq Water Quality Managerq Water Reclamation Specialistq Wind Energy Technician
Environmental Service System Pathway
Sound management ideas and principles can be applied within this pathway. It offers opportunities to promoteenvironmental security through proactive avenues. Study, analysis and visionary applications give excitement
to these careers.
Career Tip #5ENJOYMENT:Enjoyment is a necessity in life. Avoid looking for an occupation just for the pay. You will be happier and work more efficiently and effectively if you do something you are truly interested in and enjoy!
Solid waste/recycling has become an increas-ingly important occupation area.
“From my point of view,staying in tune is critical withthe environmental standards.”Jason – Landfill Supervisor
6
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Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
Administrative Assistant qAdvertiser/Marketer q
Agribusiness Owner/Manager qAgricultural Business Cooperative Manager q
Agricultural Chemical Dealer qAgricultural Tourism Host q
Agriculture Attorney qAgriculture Business Consultant q
Agriculture Commodity Broker qAgriculture Commodity Trading Advisor q
Agriculture Economist qAgriculture Insurance Specialist q
Agricultural Educator qAgriculture Industry Accounting Specialist q
Agriculture Insurance Agent qAgriculture Loan Officer/Banker q
Agriculture Products Buyer qAgriculture Radio Personality qAgriculture Tourism Manager q
Animal Health Products Distributor qAuctioneer q
Chemical Sales Representative qCost Accountant q
Custodial Service Specialist qDairy Herd Supervisor q
Data Analyst qDesktop Publisher q
Electronic Media Coordinator qEquipment Sales Representative q
Farm Investment Manager qFarmer q
Farm or Ranch Owner/Manager qFeed & Supply Store Manager q
Feed Ration Developer & Analyst qFeedlot Operator q
Fertilizer Sales Representative qField Representative q
Field Service Representative q4-H Youth Agent q
Graphic Designer/Artist qHuman Resources Manager q
Human Resources Generalist qHuman Resources Representative q
International Trade/Export Manager qInternational Sales Person q
Inventory Worker qJournalist/Writer q
Livestock Breeder qLivestock Seller q
Orientator qPhotographer q
Produce Commission Agent qProduction/Lead Worker q
Production Supervisor/Manager qPublic Relations Manager q
Rancher qReal Estate Broker q
Sales Manager qShipping/Receiving q
Stock Broker/Trader qSystems/Protocol Trainer q
Telemarketer qTrainer q
Translator qWebmaster q
Career Tip #6BALANCE:Everyone working in a career alsohas a “home life.” To minimizestress, keep things in balance. Tryto complete your work assignmentswhile on-the-job before headinghome for the day.
Agribusiness Systems Pathway
Holding an interest in agribusiness basics will be part of the foundation in this pathway. Individuals can branch off into a variety of careers. Finding the right career connection will yield agribusiness success!
Farm management is still one of the most important
careers in our state . . .and our world.
“Selling products an
d building
connections betwee
n consumers
and the land fosters
respect. It’s
enjoyable to work h
ard to safely and
sustainably produc
e food and fiber
for our communitie
s.”
Jill and Craig - Agri
business
Entrepreneurs
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Helpful Career website links can be found at: www.wiaglink.org
q Agricultural Consultantq Agriculture Sales Representativeq Biochemistq Biomedical Engineerq Cheese Makerq Continuous Process Improvement Coordinatorq Cook/Chefq Dieticianq Farm Productsq Field Representativeq Food & Drug Inspectorq Food & Fiber Engineerq Food Brokerq Food Inspectorq Food Preparation Supervisorq Food Preparerq Food Processorq Food Product Developerq Food Scientistq Food Service Worker q Grain Elevator Managerq Grain Inspectorq Marinator q Marketing & Brand Managerq Meat Cutterq Meat Graderq Meat Inspectorq Meat Science Researcherq Meat Toxicologistq Microbiologistq Milk Plant Supervisorq Nutritionistq Packagerq Purchasing Agent & Buyerq Quality Control Specialistq Retail Processing Workerq Storage Supervisor
Food Products & Processing Pathway
Food is at the core of careers within this pathway. These careers will help in securing the journey of food from field to plate. It can allow you to apply skills from basic to highly scientific. Your career world will be colorful with this
broad hue of career possibilities!
Career Tip #7LEARNING IS LIFE-LONG:It’s never too late to go back to school. If extra training is required for that “dream career,” get the training and move on to a career that is compatible with your passion and skills.
Food and drug inspectors havebecome crucial positions in
today’s society.
“Challenge yourself at thecutting edge of the foodtrends and lead the nationin new eating experiences!”Michelle – Food Scientist
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About You...Circle all words or phrases that help to describe you:
Your career is about you... Take a moment, look inside yourself and identify the activities that you enjoy, are good at and those you don’t like as much. It’s important to identify both, to assist you on the pathway leading to career satisfaction! List them in the spaces below:
Conscientious Mechanical Athletic PracticalScientific Persuasive People Skills Curious
Independent Creative Observant HelpfulOrganized Out-Going Friendly Enthusiastic
Sociable Leader Mediator Computer LiterateArtistic Volunteer Perceptive Communicator
Humorist Idealistic Innovative EnergeticPrecise Understanding Methodical AssertiveEmpathetic Industrious Ingenuitive Musical
Self-Starter Loner Shy Articulate PoliticalResponsible Optimistic Patient Self-ConfidentNumerically Inclined Insightful Efficient Quiet
Accurate Intuitive Nature-Lover AnalyticalCooperative Expressive Private Outdoorsman
Well-Groomed Straight-Forward Imaginative
Identifying Careers
• Activities/Talents/Skills/Hobbies that I enjoy:
• Activities I’ve participated in that I don’t enjoy as much:
After reviewing your answers above, list career areas or types of jobs that you can see yourself being happy with (i.e.: working with numbers):
Happiness
Counts!
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A Career Adds UpPathways Lead To a Career... A Career Adds Up...
__________________
____
SUBTRACT: Total mo
nthly wages $ ___
________
- Total mo
nthly expenses $ ___
________
Your Career Counts... Everyday... Every Month... Every Year!
Pathway Career MedianSalary Salary Range The Real Plus...
PlantLandscape WorkerMarketing Manager
$23,900$91,400
$16,000-$37,200$48,500-$145,000
Outdoor WorkIndependent
Animal Animal TrainerVeterinarian$23,200$67,000
$15,900-$48,300$44,200-$106,500
Close to AnimalsKeeping Animals Healthy
Power Structural& Technical
Truck DriverAgriculture Engineer
$28,000$66,200
$21,700-$41,300$50,200-$95,000
See Lots of CountryInvent & Design
NaturalResources
Hazardous Mat. WorkerHydrologist
$40,500$61,200
$28,200-$57,200$44,000-$91,100
Offers ChallengesVariety of Work
Environmental Service
Pest Control WorkerBiochemist
$29,000$46,700
$23,600-$44,200$37,900-$109,100
Every Day is DifferentRewarding Research
Agribusiness Insurance AgentData Comm. Analyst$44,100$59,400
$26,800-$145,000$41,200-$86,300
Helping PeopleComputer Connections
Food Products&
Processing
Food Serving WorkerFood Scientist
$15,800$46,600
$14,100-$22,300$28,800-$90,700
Make People HappyKeeping Our Food Safe
A penny saved
is a penny earne
d!
How can you responsibly use your remaining money?
Which caree
r did you select?
Budgeting Makes Smart Sense - Your Career Counts! Estimate Your Monthly ExpensesRent $
Utilities $Food $
Car Payment $Insurance (health and car) $
Fuel for transportation $Entertainment or for fun $
Clothing purchases $Charitable donations $Miscellaneous costs $
TOTAL EXPENSES $
CareersBy
You...
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Remaining Money
$ ___________
A:
Career Trivia HuntThe following questions pertain to any career. Ask people one or two of the below questions. Record
the people’s first name, job, and answer. When finished, each question should have a response.
Q: Why did you select the career you did? Q: What do you like best about yours?
Name: Job:
A:
Name: Job:
A:
Q: What do you like least about your career?
Q: What has been the greatest challenge in your career?
Name: Job:
A:
Name: Job:
A:
Q: Do you enjoy your career? Why? Q: How do you believe you are “making a difference” through your career?
Name: Job:
A:
Name: Job:
A:
Q: What skills do you use most while on the job?
Q: What advice do you have for those selecting careers in today’s world?
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Name: Job:
A:
Name: Job:
A:
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