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New Roots Institute

Board of Directors Member

Empowering the Next Generation to End Factory Farming: What would it mean to you if you could dedicate your time, talent, and energy to creating a more just and sustainable food system? Serving on ...

New Roots Institute

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New Roots Institute is a growing nonprofit that educates people across the country on factory farming's devastating impacts on people, animals, and the planet, and empowers them to advocate for ...

New Roots Institute

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Portland, OR

New Roots Institute is a growing nonprofit that educates people across the country on factory farming's devastating impacts on people, animals, and the planet, and empowers them to advocate for ...

FSAP and PETA

Evidence Analyst

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$19.30 - $24.58/hr

This "behind-the-scenes" work plays a major role in PETA's work, shining a spotlight on the plight of animals who are abused on factory farms, in slaughterhouses, in laboratories, in circuses, and in ...

Food & Water Watch

$45K - $53K/yr

Water Watch is organizing on some of the biggest issues Iowans face today, like holding factory farms accountable for their pollution, advocating for clean drinking water, stopping carbon pipelines ...

PETA

Evidence Analyst

Norfolk, VA

$19.30 - $24.58/hr

This "behind-the-scenes" work plays a major role in PETA's work, shining a spotlight on the plight of animals who are abused on factory farms, in slaughterhouses, in laboratories, in circuses, and in ...

New Roots Institute

Event Manager

$80K/yr

Ending factory farming is not merely our employment. We prioritize our lives around it and are looking for people who bring that same commitment, along with the self-awareness and discipline to ...

New Roots Institute

Event Manager

Portland, OR

$80K/yr

Ending factory farming is not merely our employment. We prioritize our lives around it and are looking for people who bring that same commitment, along with the self-awareness and discipline to ...

Food & Water Watch

$45K - $53K/yr

Water Watch is organizing on some of the biggest issues Iowans face today, like holding factory farms accountable for their pollution and advocating for clean drinking water. Recent polling has shown ...

Food & Water Watch

$45K - $53K/yr

Water Watch is organizing on some of the biggest issues Iowans face today, like holding factory farms accountable for their pollution and advocating for clean drinking water. Recent polling has shown ...

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How much do factory farms jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for factory farms in the United States is $16.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a factory farm worker?

To thrive in a Factory Farm Worker role, you need a solid understanding of animal husbandry, basic machinery operation, and experience with agricultural production standards, often gained through on-the-job training or a high school diploma. Familiarity with feeding systems, automated cleaning equipment, and compliance with biosecurity and safety protocols is essential. Physical stamina, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills for this position. These skills ensure efficient operations, animal well-being, and adherence to industry regulations, all critical for success in a factory farm environment.

What is a factory farm worker?

A factory farms job typically involves working in large-scale agricultural operations that produce meat, dairy, or eggs. Responsibilities may include animal care, feeding, cleaning, operating machinery, and processing products. Workers often follow strict regulations to ensure efficiency, safety, and animal welfare. These jobs can be physically demanding and may require working in challenging environments.

What does a factory farm worker do?

Factory Farm Workers are responsible for a range of hands-on tasks that involve caring for animals, operating and maintaining machinery, and ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the farm environment. Daily responsibilities may include feeding livestock, monitoring animal health, cleaning enclosures, managing waste, and assisting with equipment repairs. Workers also follow strict biosecurity protocols to prevent disease and typically record essential data related to production or animal wellbeing. The role often requires working as part of a team and may involve early morning or rotating shifts, depending on the facility’s needs.

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Infographic showing various Factory Farms job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,075 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

Board of Directors Member

New Roots Institute

Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Empowering the Next Generation to End Factory Farming: What would it mean to you if you could dedicate your time, talent, and energy to creating a more just and sustainable food system?
Serving on the Board of Directors at New Roots Institute isn't just a role; it's a commitment to a cause. We are a growing nonprofit dedicated to ending factory farming, and we are seeking passionate, strategic leaders to help guide our organization toward long-term impact and sustainability.
Is New Roots Institute the Right Place for You?
We are looking for board members who:
  • Are motivated to make a difference and are willing to work hard to achieve it.
  • Continuously question assumptions and adapt when necessary, putting the shared mission above ego.
  • Strive for excellence and can meet deadlines consistently.
  • Embrace giving and receiving honest, constructive feedback to foster personal and organizational growth.
  • Communicate proactively and respond quickly, building trust and effectiveness in a remote work environment.
  • Enjoy working collaboratively, while finding ways to bring humor and lightness to the serious work of ending factory farming. Check out our Rotten Truth series on YouTube to see how we use humor to grapple with the grim reality of factory farming.

What the Board Does:
Our board's primary functions are:
  • Providing long-term financial oversight including:
    • Reviewing and approving the annual budget
    • Reviewing annual audits of financial statements and financial controls
    • Overseeing investment strategy and review compliance with Investment Policy
    • Serving as contacts for staff on an ad hoc basis
  • Providing oversight for the Executive Director, including:
    • Conducting annual performance evaluations and salary guidelines
  • Providing legal oversight for the organization, such as:
    • Helping assess risky and complicated situations and providing feedback on plans to navigate them
    • Ensuring that New Roots Institute is compliant with its charitable purposes
  • Serving as ambassadors for New Roots Institute including:
    • Using networks and influence to enhance the organization's public profile
    • Building key partnerships
    • Supporting fundraising efforts
  • Advising on long-term strategy and direction including:
    • Providing guidance to ensure the organization remains mission-aligned and positioned for sustainable impact.

High-Priority Board Needs:
While all board members play a vital role in guiding New Roots Institute, we currently have several areas of high-priority expertise where we would especially value additional leadership:
1. Development
  • Extensive experience in fundraising.
  • Collaborate closely with the Development Department to provide tailored support and leverage your strengths for organizational success.
  • Contribute to fundraising strategy, networking, and visibility, particularly in environmental and youth development spaces.
  • Help drive increased revenue and organizational growth.

2. Board Governance
  • Experience serving on nonprofit boards.
  • Review board meetings, structure, and overall health to ensure alignment with organizational culture.
  • Advise on board communication, planning, and best practices.
  • Hold an officer position and support board succession planning.
  • Help the board operate at the highest standard, serving as an exemplar in the movement to end factory farming.

3. Accounting/Finance
  • Extensive experience in nonprofit accounting or finance.
  • Support the audit committee and collaborate with the operations department.
  • Ensure compliance and provide high-level financial and investment oversight.

Rolling Application:
This ongoing, multi-year search supports volunteer positions for New Roots Institute's board for 2026 and beyond. We welcome applications year-round for current and future periods.
Please note: This is a rolling application process without fixed deadlines. The search committee meets approximately every two months to review submitted applications. We appreciate your patience with the potential wait. We will follow up once your materials have been reviewed.
To Apply:
Please click the "Apply for this position" link to tell us why you are interested in serving on New Roots Institute's Board of Directors.

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