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  Position at Harvard: Collections Conservator

  Posted by harp on 28. januára 2007 at 17:01

  Position at Harvard

  Collections Conservator
  Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute
  Harvard University
  Cambridge
  <URL:http://jobs.harvard.edu/jobs/summ_req?in_post_id=32433&gt;

  Full Or Part Time Full-Time

  Requisition Number 28882
  Salary Grade 056
  Date Posted 01-08-2007

  Duties And Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of the
  Collections Conservator for Schlesinger Library is to manage a
  conservation program that ensures the longevity and usability of
  Schlesinger Library’s extensive general research collections. The
  incumbent manages the daily operations of conservation services,
  determines conservation priorities, solves problems, and ensures
  that conservation services support other critical library
  objectives.

  Typical Duties and Responsibilities: Establishes and maintains
  workflow; Manages Conservation Services staff and operations; Trains
  appropriate staff in conservation techniques and procedures, care
  and handling of library materials, identification of damaged
  materials, and disaster response protocols and techniques; Performs
  treatment and housing of library materials: acts as liaison the HUL
  Weissman Preservation Center for treatment of Special Collections
  materials; Monitors library environment and serves on the
  Schlesinger Library Collections Emergency Team; Supports in-house
  exhibitions and temporary displays for visiting groups.

  Required Education, Experience and Skills Required: MLS; advanced
  training in conservation acquired through formal graduate studies or
  a combination of apprenticeship, advanced courses, and internships;
  minimum of 2 years of personnel and program management experience in
  a research library. Broad general knowledge of library preservation,
  including library binding, reformatting, environmental control,
  disaster preparedness and response, and bibliographic control as it
  relates to preservation. Demonstrated excellence performing
  conservation treatments. Knowledge of the history of book and paper
  making, bookbinding techniques, and the history and manufacture of
  other library materials; and the nature and causes of book and paper
  deterioration. Working knowledge of chemistry as it applies to
  library materials. Knowledge of and adherence to professional
  ethical practice in conservation.

  Additional Requirements: Lanuage Skills: Excellent oral and written
  communication skills, including demonstrated ability to prepare
  reports and procedural documentation.

  Computer Skills: Knowledge of standard word processing, spreadsheet,
  and database software. Experience with an integrated library system
  and bindery preparation software. Knowledge of and experience
  inputting into Aleph and other means of managing info. related to
  surveys, needs assessment and actions taken in the preservation of
  items.

  Other Skills: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills,
  including the ability to establish priorities and achieve goals; to
  plan, organize, and direct workflow; to train, supervise, motivate,
  and evaluate staff; and to encourage team work and staff
  development. Ability to initiate and adapt to change, to analyze and
  solve problems, and to be flexible and work collaboratively. Ability
  to communicate skillfully both orally and in writing.

  Supervisory: The incumbent supervises support staff positions; and
  other temporary and LHT positions.

  Physical Environment: The incumbent uses a range of bookbinding
  equipment. This equipment is highly specialized and many pieces
  require safety precautions because of high temperature or sharp
  blades.

  Work Environment: The work associated with this position is
  performed at a designated work station in the technical services
  department of the library. The incumbent sometimes works with moldy
  or dusty materials, and items that could potentially pose other
  biological hazards.

  Required Screening Harvard University requires pre-employment
  reference and background screening.

  Applicants may apply on line at <URL:http://www.jobs.harvard.edu&gt;

  Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
  Employer

  George White
  Administrative Director
  Human Resources
  Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study
  10 Garden Street
  Cambridge, MA 02138
  617-496-9416

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