Position at Image Permanence Institute

Sustainable Preservation Specialist
Image Permanence Institute (IPI)

The Image Permanence Institute (IPI), a recognized leader in the
development and deployment of sustainable practices for the
preservation of images and cultural property, is seeking a
Sustainable Preservation Specialist to join their staff. The
Sustainable Preservation Specialist will provide information to a
range of cultural institutions on best practices for managing and
operating mechanical systems to provide the best possible
preservation of collections with the least possible consumption of
energy through a variety of consulting, advisory, and technical
support activities.

Candidates should have a strong working knowledge of mechanical
system operation and management, environmental data analysis, and
sustainable mechanical system operation, as well as the willingness
to learn from experts in the field of material preservation and
collection care. On- and off-site consulting services include
environmental monitoring and data analysis, mechanical system
analysis, identification of energy saving opportunities, suggestions
for mechanical system design and operation, and preservation
commissioning.

A minimum of three years' experience in facility management,
mechanical engineering, project management, or mechanical system
design and analysis strongly preferred. Experience working in a
cultural institution (archive, library, or museum) preferred but not
required. Teaching or presentation and writing experience desirable.
Bachelor's Degree or Certification in related field or equivalent
training and experience required. This candidate must be willing and
able to travel both nationally and internationally, and to work
within mechanical rooms and mechanical systems.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and
skills required. To view the full job description and to be
considered for this position, go to

    <URL:http://careers.rit.edu/staff/>
    Click on "Search Openings"
    Enter "895BR" in the keyword search.

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal
background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or
written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as
determined by Human Resources. EEO: RIT does not discriminate.  RIT
is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity,
pluralism, and inclusion.  For more information or inquiries, please
visit RIT/TitleIX

    <URL:https://www.imagepermanenceinstitute.org>

or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov

    <URL:http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm>

RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with
disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you
need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and
hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at
585-475-2424 or email your request to careers<-a t->rit< . >edu.
Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made
on a case-by-case basis.

Patricia Ford
Project Manager
Image Permanence Institute
Rochester Institute of Technology
GAN 7B Room 2000
70 Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester NY 14623-5604 USA
585-475-2843
Fax: 585-475-7230


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