Position at Newberry Library

Collections Conservator
Newberry Library
Chicago, IL

Full-time

Reports to Director of Conservation Services

Responsibilities:

    Plan and coordinate treatment workflows for Newberry Library
    collection materials.  These non-circulating collections include
    a broad range of materials, including books, archival documents,
    maps, manuscripts on paper and parchment, photographs and other
    materials

    Work with staff to identify conservation needs and survey
    materials for grant proposals and conservation projects and with
    Dir to determine institutional conservation and preservation
    priorities

    Specify, perform and document treatments

    Monitor statistics for conservation workflow

    Assist in training conservation staff in conservation and
    preservation activities

    Train and direct the work of volunteers and interns in
    conservation and preservation activities and educate staff in
    the care and handling of materials

    Assist in managing environmental monitoring programs, disaster
    preparedness and formulating department policies

    Assist in producing reports and statistics, and database
    management

    Contribute to conservation funding proposals

    Perform other tasks or activities needed for the achievement of
    departmental goals

Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree and graduate degree in Conservation or
    equivalent training and experience with demonstrated record of
    continued education in the field.

    Minimum 5 years of experience in a research or rare book library
    setting

    Extensive knowledge of book history and structure

    Excellent hand skills and understanding of current conservation
    theory, practices, and treatments of library materials

    Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaboratively, and
    productively in a dynamic setting.

    Experience managing workflows and supervising the work of others

    Demonstrated ability to use productivity software including
    spreadsheets and databases effectively

    Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills;
    excellent organizational skills; and the ability to meet strict
    deadlines


For full job posting description and
benefits please see

    <URL:http://www.newberry.org>

To apply send cover letter and resume to hr<-at->newberry<.>org.


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