Position at Newberry Library

Conservator for Special Projects
The Newberry Library
Chicago, IL

Reports to director of conservation services

Responsibilities:

    Work with Library Exhibits staff and curators to plan, schedule,
    survey, prepare and install library materials for exhibits

    Coordinate and perform treatments on library materials for
    exhibition display

    Work with Digital Initiatives staff to plan, schedule, survey
    and perform treatments needed prior to digitization and to
    advise and provide assistance for preservation-friendly digital
    capture.

    Works with the Director to plan, schedule, survey and perform
    treatments on library materials to be used with other projects

    Monitors statistics for project workflows

    Specify, perform, and document treatments on Newberry Library
    collection materials which include books, archival documents,
    maps, manuscripts on paper and parchment, photographs and other
    materials

    Participate in departmental tours and other forms of outreach

    Assist with disaster preparedness and recovery

    May assist in training of volunteers and interns and the
    education of Library staff in the care and handling of materials

Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree and graduate degree in Conservation of Library
    and Archival Materials or equivalent combination of training and
    experience

    Minimum 2 years of experience in a relevant library or museum
    setting

    Knowledge of book history and structure

    Excellent hand skills and understanding of conservation theory,
    practice, and treatments for library materials

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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

    Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet strict
    deadlines

    Experience in evaluating and treating materials for digital
    imaging and/or exhibitions

    Experience in exhibition preparation, installation, and
    environmental monitoring

    Demonstrated record of continued education in the field

    Demonstrated ability to use spreadsheets, databases and other
    productivity software effectively

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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