Animal Welfare Auditor – Contractor
Posted 2026-05-05
Remote, USA
Full-time
Immediate Start
- Job Description:
- Focus on learning audit tools and procedures in one species when learning the position and company.
- Begin to develop cross species skills and expanding knowledge of other animal welfare sectors.
- Conduct audits at assigned facilities.
- Ensure consistency and accuracy in all audits and audit reports.
- Communicate with client in preparation for audit.
- Maintain confidentiality about all aspects of work and adhere to all procedures established by FACTA and its auditing clients.
- Follow and adhere to all required protocols and procedures including submitting a detailed time and expense report prior to firm deadline.
- Scheduling audit associated travel.
- Communicate with management, producers and others as needed.
- Able to work independently in a timely manner without direct oversight.
- Effectively exhibit communication, listening, and problem-solving skills including asking questions.
- Escalate risks and issues beyond own experience or skill set.
- Complete audit procedures that obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence with a focus on quality and in accordance with applicable auditing standards.
- Maintain professional skepticism including consideration of alternative and disconfirming evidence.
- Complete tasks and deliverables to a high-quality standard.
- Keep senior team members informed of significant developments and progress on the engagement.
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree and education related to animal production and welfare is preferred.
- A minimum of five years of experience and/or training in swine production or welfare (equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered).
- Hold an active PAACO Certification (Swine).
- Animal welfare or animal husbandry exposure is required.
- Computer proficiency required with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Possess a U.S. passport or real ID.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Possess working knowledge of livestock handling tools.
- Benefits:
- Travel required with some trips beginning on Sunday evening. Frequency depending upon amount of work contracted.
- To ensure that biosecurity guidelines are followed and met the applicant cannot own or have any regular contact with birds or pigs. This includes domestic birds, pets, and commercial livestock.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Ability to work independently, follow through on all assignments and meet deadlines.