Position at Maryland State Archives

Archivist III (3574) (Conservator)
Recruitment for: Archivist III (Conservator)
Salary: $25,382 - $33,229
Closing Date: February 21, 1997
Position Location: Annapolis, Maryland

Position Duties: This is the proficient level of professional
archival work.

This position is responsible for the supervision of projects devoted
to physical conservation and reformatting of information to more
permanent media. Specific experience in the preservation of archival
record material in all media, including paper, film, and electronic
formats and in the administration of an archives preservation
program. Experience should include a demonstrated ability to
undertake complex paper conservation treatments and a knowledge of
techniques for reformatting to preserve textual and electronic
information.

Minimum Qualifications: Each candidate must:

Possess a B.A. from an accredited college or university, AND

Three years of full-time professional experience in basic archival
work, conservation techniques, and the management of microfilming
projects.

Limitations on selection: The successful candidate shall have:

    1.  Experience in managing computer databases and image files, 1
        year.

    2.  Experience in managing preservation programs, 2 years.

    3.  Experience in paper conservation including chemical
        treatments such as neutralization of acids in paper and
        eradication of microbiological infestation, 2 years.

    4.  Experience with physical repair techniques such as mending
        using Japanese tissue, backing, book binding repair and
        reconstruction, and polyester encapsulation, 2 years.

    5.  Knowledge of information preservation programs including the
        reformatting of images and text through micrographics and
        digital imaging, 1 year. The Conservator will assist in the
        supervision of the preservation of electronic information
        through life cycle programs that create and maintain the
        archival copy of digital files on microfilm.

    6.  Experience in managing and training technicians, volunteers,
        and other staff members, ability to formulate long-range
        preservation plans, 2 years.

Notes:

    1.  Graduation from an accredited four year college or
        university with a Master's degree in Archival Science or its
        equivalent may be substituted for one year of the required
        experience.

    2.  Applicants may substitute additional experience in
        professional archival work with public records on a
        year-for-year basis for the required education.

Submit application to:

    Maryland State Archives
    350 Rowe Boulevard
    Annapolis, MD 21401

Selection Process: Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will
be admitted to the examination for this classification. It is
essential that you give complete and accurate information on your
application.

Successful candidates will be placed on the employment list
categorized as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified.

Examination: The application for State employment will be used to
determine if candidates meet minimum education and experience
requirements. Your application must be complete and accurate as it
is part of the examination process.

Qualified candidates will be required to complete a supplemental
questionnaire to determine if they have the knowledge and experience
essential to the performance of this position.

Your final score will be determined by your application and the
supplemental questionnaire.

Issued: January 1997

Information for candidates:
Applications: Applications may be obtained by writing to the
Maryland State Archives, 350 Rowe Blvd., Annapolis, MD 21401 or at
our email address richardr<-a t->mdarchives< . >state< . >md< . >us; by visiting the
Maryland State Archives; or by calling (410) 974-3914, TTY users
call Maryland Relay Service, 1-800-735-2258. Your application is
part of the examination process. Answer each question fully and
clearly. Photocopies are acceptable provided there is an original
signature and copied on standard paper (8 1/2" x 11").

Qualifications: You must possess the minimum qualifications before
you may be selected for a State job. Verification will be completed
by the appointing authority. If you are scheduled to complete an
educational or licensing requirement within six months of the
examination, you may participate in the examination process.
Permanent State employees may also complete necessary experience
requirements within six months of the date of examination. Credit is
given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience
based on the number of hours worked per week. You must include on
your application the time you spent in such activity. You must be
legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and
Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

Eligibility: Applicants will be notified when and where to appear
for written, oral or demonstration examinations. Some examinations
may consist of an evaluation of relevant education, training, and
experience. If further information is needed, notice will be sent to
the candidate. Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications
for the classification for which they apply, will not receive a
ranking and their name will not appear on the eligible list.

Physical Examination: Eligible candidates may be required to pass a
job related physical examination.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Maryland State Archives and the
State of Maryland are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed
to the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The Maryland State Archives and the State of Maryland are committed
to fair employment practices in recruitment, interviewing, hiring,
placement and promotion without regard to age, ancestry, color,
creed, marital status, mental or physical disability, national
origin, race, religious affiliation, sex or sexual orientation.

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                  Conservation DistList Instance 10:69
                 Distributed: Monday, February 3, 1997
                       Message Id: cdl-10-69-018
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