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Occupational Report for Agricultural Inspectors (45-2011) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Inspect agricultural commodities, processing equipment, and facilities, and fish and logging operations, to ensure compliance with regulations and laws governing health, quality, and safety.

Employment Outlook for Agricultural Inspectors
Statewide Employment Analysis 2006 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the statewide average.

Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings for Agricultural Inspectors There are no openings for this occupation.
State of Oregon License Information for Agricultural Inspectors
License License Authority Web Site
Dairy Operator, Milk Sampler/Grader www.oregon.gov/ODA
Wages for Agricultural Inspectors
Region ---------------- 2009 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $12.10 $13.63 $16.35 $25.48 $29.72 $19.11 $39,760
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Agricultural Inspectors
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2006 2016 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 211 225 14 6.6% 1 5 7
Multnomah / Washington 46 48 2 4.3% 0 1 1
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 33 33 0 0.0% 0 1 1
Morrow / Umatilla 19 18 -1 -5.3% 0 0 0
Grant / Harney / Malheur 15 15 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 14 16 2 14.3% 0 0 1
Klamath / Lake 13 13 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Lane 11 10 -1 -9.1% 0 0 0
Baker / Union / Wallowa 8 10 2 25.0% 0 0 0
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 8 10 2 25.0% 0 0 0
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 6 5 -1 -16.7% 0 0 0
Coos / Curry 5 5 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Clackamas 5 5 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Jackson / Josephine 3 5 2 66.7% 0 0 0
Douglas 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Agricultural Inspectors
Industry
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Ownership 2006
Employment
Total, All Industries All 211
Total, All Industries Private 35
Manufacturing Private 16
Food Manufacturing Private 16
Other Services (except Public Administration) Private 10
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations Private 10
Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations Private 10
Total, All Industries Federal 39
Federal Government (Non-Postal) Federal 39
Total, All Industries State 129
Public Administration State 129
Administration of Economic Programs State 129
Educational Requirements for Agricultural Inspectors Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a bachelor's degree and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Agricultural Inspectors
  • Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
  • Apply Health And Sanitation Standards
  • Compose Business Correspondence
  • Enforce Laws, Ordinances And Regulations
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Gather Physical Evidence
  • Identify Cut And Grade Of Meat
  • Identify Tree And Plant Characteristics
  • Inspect Agricultural Goods For Disease, Pests Or Noxious Weeds
  • Inspect Animal Products For Wholesomeness And Grade
  • Inspect Fields Or Forests To Detect Plant Diseases, Pest Infestations Or Noxious Weeds
  • Inspect Products And Systems For Regulatory Compliance
  • Interpret And Explain Governmental And Organizational Rules, Policies And Regulations
  • Operate And Maintain Inspection Tools And Equipment
  • Perform Safety Inspections
  • Process Records And Maintain Forms And Files
  • Recognize Disease And Parasites In Animals
  • Recognize Plant Disease
  • Recognize Public Safety Hazards
  • Sort Agricultural Produce According To Grade, Color And Size
  • Understand, Use, And Communicate Technical Information
  • Use Correct Grammar, Punctuation And Spelling
  • Use Interviewing Techniques
  • Verify Investigative Information
  • Write Safety Reports
Schools and Training Providers for Agricultural Inspectors No programs of training are associated with this occupation.
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Agricultural Inspectors No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Agricultural Inspectors matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Occupational Health And Safety Specialists And Technicians 28%
Compliance Officers, Except Agriculture, Construction, Health And Safety, And Tr 20%
Environmental Scientists And Specialists, Including Health 20%