Position at Huntington Library

Dibner Book Conservator
The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens

The Huntington seeks applications for the Dibner Book Conservator.
The Dibner Book Conservator is responsible for the physical care,
preservation, and conservation treatment of books and works on paper
in the history of science and technology collections at the
Huntington Library.  The position is an exempt, full time, regular
staff position in the Preservation Department's conservation lab.
This professional position is endowed by the Dibner Fund.

Responsibilities: Examines, analyses, and performs both basic and
complex book and paper conservation treatments and housing for a
range of paper based library materials including books and works on
paper in accordance with AIC guidelines.  Provides full written and
photographic documentation of treatments in accordance with AIC
guidelines.  Prepares condition assessments, conducts surveys, and
provides other written reports as necessary.  Maintains the Dibner
History of Science Exhibit in collaboration with the Exhibits
Conservator. Participates in departmental activities such as
educational programs, emergency response, and environmental control.
Researches and recommends laboratory equipment and supplies. Assists
in general organization, maintenance, and management of conservation
laboratory.  Works closely with the Department Head and Dibner
Senior Curator of the History of Science and Technology to set
treatment priorities for the history of science collections.
Conducts or assists with workshops, seminars, and other training.
May train and supervise interns and volunteers.

Qualifications and experience:  Master's degree from an ALA
accredited library program with an advanced certificate in
conservation, or equivalent combination of education and training.
Three to five years professional experience in conservation of
library materials, working with rare and special collections
materials in an institutional setting.  Thorough knowledge of
conservation theory and practice, and materials science as it
applies to library and archival materials.  Excellence in performing
complex conservation treatments on a broad range of library and
archival materials as demonstrated through a portfolio.  Excellent
communication and organizational skills; demonstrated computer and
related technology skills.  Evidence of professional activity, most
typically through membership and participation in AIC.  Supervisory
experience desirable.  First consideration will be given to
applications received by June 12, 2015.

Please submit letter of application, resume and the contact
information for three references.

By email:

    Follow directions at

        <URL:http://www.huntington.org/WebAssets/Templates/content.aspx?id=932>

    Make sure to indicate Job Number 114-15 in your application
    materials.

By mail:

    The Huntington Library
    Human Resources Department--Job Number 114-15
    1151 Oxford Road
    San Marino CA 91108

Sofia (Sonya) I. Barron
Senior Book Conservator
The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino CA 91108
626-405-2100 ext 3440
Fax: 626-405-3444


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