Taxidermy Specialist Job at Bass Pro Inc, Springfield, VA

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  • Bass Pro Inc
  • Springfield, VA

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Taxidermy Specialist preserves and prepares animal skins and parts to create lifelike animal replicas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Creates visually exciting mounts and displays through the practice of taxidermy.
  • Prepares/preserves animal hides, skins, and other parts for the purpose of creating taxidermy specimens.
  • Performs various tasks such as hide preparation, construction of artificial body parts, preparing underpadding for mounts, etc.
  • Uses airbrushing and painting techniques to create more natural or realistic colorations.
  • Removing and preserving animal skulls or constructing them using artificial materials.
  • ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Certificate(s) or License(s): certification in a formal taxidermy program preferred
  • Years of experience: 2+ years experience in taxidermy field
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY
  • Ability to work with animal flesh and hides.
  • Ability to work with power tools/saws.
  • Knowledge of different preparation methods and tools of taxidermy.
  • Basic knowledge of wildlife.
  • Artistic background or experience.
  • Ability to effectively adjust to major changes in work tasks or the work environment.
  • Sets high standards of performance for self; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
  • Skilled at establishing courses of action for self to ensure work is completed efficiently and meets established deadlines.
  • Attention to detail.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT
  • Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.
Part Time Benefits Summary

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary benefits
  • 401k Retirement Savings
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Bass Pro Cares Fund
  • And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.

Bass Pro Shops

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Job Tags

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