Position at Texas A&M University

Conservation Technician (Program Assistant)
University Libraries
Texas A&M University

Job Posting number: S00876FY16.
Job Level: Professional Staff

Hours: Full-time

Compensation: $26,500-31,400; full benefits

The Conservation Technician is part of the Preservation Unit for the
University Libraries, Texas A&M University and reports to the
Director of Preservation.  The position works closely with the
Conservator to align preservation activities for physical
collections and actively engages with the other divisions of the
Preservation unit as well as other units within the Libraries to
create a team environment.  The primary responsibility is performing
a broad range of preservation repair on circulating library
material.  This position has room to grow as the division grows.
The Libraries is currently planning a large renovation which
includes the building of Conservation lab and new Preservation Unit
suite of offices.

Responsibilities will include:

   Perform repair on circulating library material including: tear
   repair, hinge and case tightening, headcap repair, new cases,
   cloth re-back, and other repairs as needed

   Assess and recommend library materials for appropriate
   preservation services

   Construct boxes, wrappers, and other protective enclosures

   Ensure continuity of workflow of general collections materials
   though day-to-day preservation activities

   Complete deadline-driven projects

   Maintain lab equipment in working order and follows all lab
   safety procedures

   Maintain inventory and ordering of supplies; performs preparation
   of adhesives and pre-cut materials for book repair

   Assist in training and managing student workers to perform book
   repair and make enclosures Perform other related duties as
   assigned

Qualifications:

    Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

    Knowledge of basic book handling practices

    Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail

    Effective time management skills

    Physical ability to move books and materials weighing up to 40
    pounds

    Work both independently and as part of a team

    Ability to work in an environment in which exposure to dust,
    dirt and mold is possible

    Demonstrated technology skills, including a proficiency with the

    Microsoft Office suite of word processing, spreadsheet and
    database applications

Preferred:

    Experience making books and bookbinding

    Experience performing repairs on library materials

    Experience in an academic research library conservation program

    Demonstrated sensitivity to the handling of fragile and/or rare
    materials

Founded in 1876 as a land-grant institution, Texas A&M University is
the sixth largest university in the nation.  The signature Aggie
Spirit captures and embodies the university's traditions and core
values: Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect, and
Selfless Service.  The University has an enrollment of more than
55,000 students and 2,800 instructional faculty.  Based on Vision
2020, the institution's goal is to become a premier, tier-one
research university and to be ranked among the top 10 public
universities nationwide by 2020.

The Libraries play a central role in campus life at the University.
The Libraries currently rank 8th in materials expenditures ($23.6
million) and 4th in ongoing expenditures ($16.6 million) among all
ARL libraries.  Currently the staffing includes 269 individuals
which includes 91 librarians holding faculty status.  The Libraries
recognize the value in creating a culture that draws from the
richness and strength reflected in the diversity of our state and
our nation and has created an actionable Diversity Plan.

Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with qualifications and
experience.  Excellent benefits include health plan and paid life
insurance; retirement plan TRS; paid holidays and vacation; no state
or local income tax.  Funding is available for professional travel
and development activities.

For more information about the library, see

    <URL:http://library.tamu.edu>

For more information about the University see

    <URL:http://www.tamu.edu>

and about the communities

    <URL:http://www.visitaggieland.com>

Applicants: The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity

Apply through

    <URL:https://jobpath.tamu.edu>
    Job Posting number: S00876FY16.
    Posting Title: Conservation Technician

Application online only.  No emails or phone calls please.


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