Position at New York Public Library

Associate Head, Shelf & Binding Preparation Office
The New York Public Library

Applications are invited for the Associate Head in the Shelf &
Binding Preparation Office, part of the Preservation Division of The
Research Libraries.  Under the direction of the Associate Chief for
Preservation Treatment, manages the daily operations of the Shelf &
Binding Preparation Office including training, evaluating and
coordinating SBPO staff in materials labeling, repairs, pocket
insertions, and the construction of protective jackets; working with
commercial library binders to establish binding specifications;
evaluating materials to determine appropriate binding or
preservation methods; monitoring budget and assisting with budget
preparation. Also serves as liaison with units in The Research
Libraries and trains Research Libraries staff in commercial binding
operations.

To qualify, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Literature,
History or related field and at least two years of administrative
and managerial experience.  Demonstrated knowledge of conservation
principles and practices, including book history and structure;
commercial binding specifications, and computer based binding
controls systems.  Strong PC skills, including word processing,
spreadsheet and database software.  Demonstrated analytical ability;
oral and written communication skills.

Starting salary $29,590 and excellent benefits.  Please send resume
and cover letter to:

    Human Resources Department KN-SB
    The New York Public Library
    188 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor
    New York, NY  10016-4314
    or email hrd [at] nypl__org
    An Equal Opportunity Employer

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