Position at Emory

Coordinator, Preservation Initiatives and Services
Emory University Libraries
(Search Reopened)

The Libraries at Emory University seek an individual to initiate the
use of new preservation technologies and to coordinate an
established range of services for collections in the General
Libraries, Health Science Library, Law Library, Oxford Library, and
Theology Library.

Key responsibilities will focus on developing applications for
digital technology for preservation, developing processes for
preservation of magnetic media, writing grants, and coordinating
with regional and national programs.  Responsibilities will include:
developing and implementing preservation plans; providing staff and
user education; collection review, replacement and reformatting;
conservation treatment, environmental control, and disaster
planning; developing and managing budgets; developing and managing
contracts for library binding and other services.  The individual
will coordinate campus preservation services provided by 3.5 staff
and several student assistants based in the General Libraries and
liaison staff in each of the university libraries.

Qualifications:  ALA-accredited MLS with advanced training in
preservation administration and 2-5 years relevant experience, or
other equivalent combinations of education and experience.  The
successful candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of the
applications and issues involved in digital technology for
preservation and the preservation of magnetic media.  Experience in
grant-writing and evidence of initiative, collaboration, and
outreach is important.  Knowledge of preservation and collection
management practices and issues, involvement with regional and
national preservation programs; demonstrated managerial and
organizational ability with strong interpersonal skills; excellent
oral and written communication skills; and demonstrated interest in
professional activities are essential qualifications.

Salary and Benefits: Salary and rank dependent upon qualifications
and experience:  Librarian II: $33,000-$42,500; Librarian III:
$38,000-$56,000.  Comprehensive Benefits Package, including
TIAA/CREF.

To apply, please send letter of application, resume, and the names,
addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to:  Dianne M.
Smith, Library Human Resources Officer, Robert W. Woodruff Library,
Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322-2870.  Application review begins
November 10, 1997.

Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
and encourages women and minority candidates.

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