Position at NYU Libraries

Preventive Conservator
Barbara Goldsmith Preservation and Conservation Department
New York University Libraries

The Barbara Goldsmith Preservation and Conservation Department at
New York University Libraries seeks a dynamic, skilled, and
knowledgeable conservator to administer and manage a preventive
conservation program for the NYU Libraries' archives and special
collections.

Under the general supervision of the Conservation Librarian, the
Preventive Conservator will: develop and administer preservation
policies and procedures for the proper care, handling, storage, and
reformatting of book and document collections held in the Library's
three special collections; work with curators to identify
preservation priorities and initiate preservation projects to
address preservation needs of collections; make decisions regarding
appropriate preservation treatments for the collections; establish
guidelines for collection care and use; coordinate with the Division
of Libraries Media Preservation Unit Head, Special Collections
Conservators, and the Digital Library Technology Services department
to promote alignment of project initiatives with other preservation
and conservation activities.

The Preventive Conservator will maintain an active, daily workflow
for preservation projects between the three special collections;
hire and supervise project staff (students and/or administrative
employees); oversee orders and purchases of supplies for
preservation projects; communicate with vendors for external
preservation services, such as mass de-acidification; write grant
proposals for preservation purposes; and manage the environmental
monitoring program in the Bobst Library, Institute of Fine Arts
(IFA) Library, Cooper Square Storage Facility, and Clancy off-site
storage facility, which includes reporting findings on a monthly
basis to the department head and curators and alerting building
managers to issues as well as tracking resolutions.  Additional
responsibilities are to design and execute preservation assessments
and surveys of archival collections; gather and analyze condition
data; liaise with off-site and near- off-site collection storage
location staff to ensure proper and safe storage conditions for
special collections are maintained; participate in the Library's
emergency preparedness and response program, including maintaining
emergency equipment/supplies and participating in the training of
staff in emergency response procedures.

Required Education: Graduate degree in conservation or related
subject area with certificate in conservation

Required Experience: Demonstrated professional accomplishments and a
minimum of two years professional working experience in archives and
special collections.  Experience must include a minimum of two
years' supervising staff.  Must have experience in developing,
designing, and carrying out condition surveys and assessments,
experience in preservation and collections care techniques, as well
as demonstrated skills in basic conservation treatments, such as
simple document repair, humidification and flattening, mold
remediation, and constructing custom-made enclosures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of current
conservation strategies and standards for the care, handling, and
storage of special collections is required.  A deep understanding of
conservation ethics and methodology and familiarity with archival
theory and management is required.  Knowledge of current
developments within the archives, special collections, preservation,
and conservation professions is expected.  Ability to work
independently and collegially with a wide range of staff and in team
environments.  Must possess excellent written and oral communication
skills and show a commitment to professional issues demonstrated
through interest in local or national committee work, research, or
publication.  Exhibit strong project management, analytical skills,
and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Preferred candidates
will also have enhanced computer skills and will be familiar with
XML, MODS, METS, MARC/EAD, DACS and the Archivists' Toolkit.

New York University Libraries: Libraries at New York University
serve the school's 40,000 students and faculty and contain more than
5 million volumes.  For the NYU Libraries Mission and Strategic
Plan, visit:

    <URL:http://library.nyu.edu/about/Strategic_Plan.pdf>.

Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience and background.

To Apply: To ensure consideration, please apply at

    <URL:http://www.nyucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=61083>

The position will remain open until filled.

NYU's Division of Libraries embraces diversity and is committed to
attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity
and inclusivity.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Laura McCann
Conservation Librarian
Barbara Goldsmith Preservation and Conservation Department
New York University Libraries

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