Career Opportunities For
Animal Welfare Program Contractors
PCO Certified Organic is seeking qualified contract Animal Welfare Auditors & Reviewers to support a new animal welfare certification program for Bell & Evans, with PCO serving as the independent third-party certifier.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing certification initiative focused on advancing animal welfare standards across the poultry production chain.
Position Overview
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Position Overview
Auditors will conduct animal welfare certification inspections at various points within the poultry supply chain, including:
Hatcheries
Poultry farms
Bird catching operations
Processing and slaughter facilities
Auditors will work closely with PCO and program leadership to assess compliance with program requirements and complete detailed audit reports.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
Experience in poultry or egg production
Animal welfare auditing experience
PAACO Poultry Certification preferred
Strong observation, documentation, and report writing skills
Ability to travel throughout Pennsylvania
Project Timeline
Selected auditors will be required to complete program training before conducting audits.
Training: Targeted for July 2026
Audit Season: July through November 2026
Approximately 300 sites are expected to be audited during the initial certification cycle. To maximize efficiency, auditors should expect to be assigned multiple audits within a given week. This program is expected to continue beyond 2026, creating ongoing auditing opportunities in future years.
Location
Audit sites are located throughout Pennsylvania.
Expression of Interest
Qualified individuals interested in auditing to this standard are encouraged to submit a current CV or résumé as soon as possible due to the short timeline for onboarding and training.
Selected candidates may be invited to participate in a brief virtual interview.
PCO will serve as a primary point of contact for auditors throughout the project and will provide additional details regarding training, scheduling, and program requirements during the onboarding process.
We look forward to hearing from professionals who are committed to animal welfare, audit excellence, and integrity in certification.
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Position Overview
Reviewers will conduct animal welfare application and certification reviews for operations across the poultry supply chain, including:
Hatcheries
Poultry farms
Bird catching operations
Processing and slaughter facilities
Reviewers will work closely with PCO and program leadership to assess compliance with program requirements and complete detailed reviews and compliance assessments.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
Experience in poultry or egg production
Animal welfare review experience
PAACO Poultry Certification preferred
Strong critical thinking, documentation, and writing skills
Project Timeline
Selected reviewers will be required to complete program training before conducting reviews.
Training: Provided on an ongoing basis
Approximately 300 operations are expected to be reviewed during the initial certification cycle. This program is expected to continue beyond 2026, creating ongoing auditing opportunities in future years.
Location Remote
Expression of Interest
Qualified individuals interested in reviewing to this standard are encouraged to submit a current CV or résumé.
Selected candidates may be invited to participate in a brief virtual interview.
PCO will serve as a primary point of contact for reviewers throughout the project and will provide additional details regarding training, scheduling, and program requirements during the onboarding process.
We look forward to hearing from professionals who are committed to animal welfare and integrity in certification.
The Fine Print
If selected, you will be engaged as an independent 1099 contractor, not a W-2 employee. This means you will be responsible for managing your own taxes, insurance, and compliance with applicable laws, as you will operate as a self-employed professional and are not eligible for health benefits or other perks provided to PCO employees. By proceeding with the interest form, you are acknowledging that you have read and understand this statement.
