Focus on learning audit tools and procedures in one species and begin developing cross-species skills
Conduct audits at assigned facilities and audits of facilities, suppliers, and partners to assess and improve animal welfare conditions
Ensure consistency and accuracy in all audits and audit reports
Communicate with client in preparation for audit and with management, producers and others as needed
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
Schedule audit-associated travel and travel to on-site audits across the United States
Work independently in a timely manner without direct oversight and escalate risks and issues beyond own experience or skill set
Comply with Firm practice management procedures and systems and complete audit procedures that obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence
Maintain professional skepticism including consideration of alternative and disconfirming evidence
Complete tasks and deliverables to a high-quality standard and keep senior team members informed of significant developments
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and education related to animal production and welfare is preferred
Minimum of five years of experience and/or training in poultry production or welfare (equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered)
Hold an active PAACO Certification (Poultry)
Animal welfare or animal husbandry exposure is required
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Possess a U.S. passport or real ID
Effective oral and written communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Ability to work independently, follow through on all assignments and meet deadlines
Possess working knowledge of livestock handling tools
Ability to travel to on-site audits; travel may range 60-80% with some trips beginning Sunday evening
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to walk several miles on uneven terrain, sit for extended periods, stand for extended periods, kneel, crouch, and work in varying temperatures
To ensure that biosecurity guidelines are followed and met the applicant cannot own or have any regular contact with birds or pigs; any contact including hunting requires at least 72 hours of downtime prior to contract work with FACTA
This does not include veterinary care for domestic animals