Position at Iowa State University

Conservator
Iowa State University Library

Iowa State University Library is currently seeking candidates for a
Conservator position at the rank of Librarian I or II.  The
Conservator is a key part of an active preservation department
established in 1986 that includes a 3,400 square feet, well-equipped
conservation lab for treating general circulating, and Special
Collections and University Archives materials.  The Conservator
establishes priorities, makes treatment decisions, maintains
workflows, prepares materials for exhibit and digitization, and
performs conservation treatment of general and Special Collections
materials.  Administers the daily operations and workflows of the
conservation lab, and recommends expenditures of the dedicated
supply/equipment and preservation services budgets.  Supervises and
trains conservation staff, students, interns, and volunteers.
Assists the Head of Preservation in training, education and
outreach, and disaster preparedness.  Develops, coordinates and
implements preservation programs and leads the disaster response
team.  This position will also serve on divisional and library
committees, teams, and task forces.  Reports to the Head of
Preservation.

The successful candidate will possess current and demonstrated
knowledge and skill in conservation of general, special and archival
collections including relevant chemistry, conservation theory and
technical skills.  Additionally, the successful candidate will
possess exceptional organizational, analytical, time and project
management skills.  Excellent problem solving and decision making
skills, and the ability to formulate and implement innovative
approaches and solutions to problems.  Work both independently and
collaboratively in a rapidly changing team-based environment;
interact effectively with library staff and the university
community; communicate effectively, clearly, concisely, and
persuasively (written and oral); and communicate complex ideas to a
wide range of audiences.  Lastly, demonstrate a strong commitment to
public service and the land-grant mission.

This is a non-tenure track, Academic Librarian position with the
opportunity for promotion.  Librarians are expected to develop an
external reputation through professional practice service and/or
published scholarship in areas related to professional
responsibilities and a record of institutional service.

Required qualifications:

    Librarian I: Master's Degree in Library and Information Science
    from an ALA-accredited program or an advanced degree supporting
    a specialized key program function

    Librarian II: Master's Degree in Library and Information Science
    from an ALA-accredited program or an advanced degree supporting
    a specialized key program function with at least three years of
    professional conservation experience

Preferred qualifications:

    Formal graduate level library and archives and/or book and paper
    conservation training

    Experience in library and archives conservation of special
    collections and general collections, including relevant
    chemistry and conservation theory

    Demonstrated experience with documenting complex treatments
    (written and photographic)

    Experience in an academic or research library preservation
    department

    Experience with mid- to large-scale preservation department
    operations and workflows including environmental monitoring,
    integrated pest management, disaster response, digital
    preservation, library binding, mass deacidification, and
    reformatting (both analog and digital)

In addition to the above, the preferred education and experience for
a position at the Librarian II level includes:

Supervisory/managerial experience

    Demonstrated effective and promising record of external
    professional practice services activities and/or research and
    scholarship

ISU students, staff, and faculty strive to overcome historical and
divisive biases in our society.  Library staff must embrace an
environment of inclusion that moves beyond simple tolerance to
recognizing the richness in individual identities of people, and
diverse perspectives.

Iowa State University is an EO/AA employer.  All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or
protected Vet status.

To view full description and to apply by May 10, 2015:

    <URL:https://www.iastatejobs.com/> posting number 50145P

or

    <URL:https://www.iastatejobs.com/hr/postings/11260>

For more information see

    ISU Library Preservation Departments
    <URL:https://parkslibrarypreservation.wordpress.com>

    ISU Library Special Collections Department
    <URL:https://isuspecialcollections.wordpress.com>


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