Position at Missouri State Archives

Conservator
Missouri State Archives

General responsibilities: working in a fully equipped conservation
lab with two other conservators, this position has a wide range of
duties.  Under direction of the Senior Conservator, these duties
include: treatment of paper-based materials (most often maps and
manuscripts); generating written and photographic documentation of
all items treated; preparing and presenting public education
programs; and answering inquiries from state agencies, local
governments, and citizens.  The person in this position also
performs on-site consultations around the state and writes general
preservation articles.

Skills: The candidate will be asked to present and discuss a
portfolio of past treatments during the interview.  Must  have
computer experience, particularly with Microsoft Office.

Minimum qualifications: Must have a degree from a recognized
conservation program or professional experience specializing in the
treatment of paper-based materials.  Some experience in photo
conservation and disaster recovery would be welcome.  As occasional
travel (sometimes overnight) is required, the candidate must have a
valid driver's license.  The successful candidate will have
excellent communication and interpersonal skills with co-workers and
public patrons.

Annual salary: $29,760 with state benefits. Application materials
(resumes, completed applications) should be mailed to:

    Ms. Jerri Snodgrass
    Office of the Secretary of State
    P.O. Box 1767
    Jefferson City, MO 65102

Cathy Atwood
Missouri Secretary of State's Office

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                  Conservation DistList Instance 13:22
               Distributed: Thursday, September 30, 1999
                       Message Id: cdl-13-22-029
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