[PADG:1579] Position Anouncement

[Myra Kaha <mkaha@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
LIBRARY AFFAIRS
CARBONDALE, ILLINOIS


POSITION:               Preservation
Librarian
                        (Assistant
or Associate Professor)

APPOINTMENT:    Full-time,
12-month, Continuing

AVAILABLE:      July
1, 2002

ENVIRONMENT:


The library services of Southern Illinois University Carbondale
(SIUC) are centralized in Morris Library.  Its four subject
divisions hold more than 2.4 million volumes, 3.1 million microform
units, and over 12,500 current periodicals and serials.  Library
users have access to ILLINET Online (the statewide automated system) and
to numerous databases and other electronic data files.  As the
campus center for access to academic information and collaborative
academic technology projects, the Library provides a wide range of
services, including reference assistance, instructional and technical
support, distance learning, geographic information systems (GIS), and
multimedia courseware development.  Morris Library is a member of
the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries,
and the Greater Western Library Alliance. Additional information about
SIUC and Library Affairs is available on the World Wide Web
(http://www.lib.siu.edu).


Morris Library?s Preservation Department, started in 1972 , consists
of the Conservation Lab and the Bindery Prep/Marking Unit and employs two
Civil Service Staff, a graduate assistant, and six FTE student
assistants.  The Library is seeking a knowledgeable, energetic, and
creative Preservation Librarian to provide leadership for new initiatives
and continuing services.  This position also offers a unique and
exciting opportunity to participate in the Library renovation and
addition planning process currently underway.  




RESPONSIBILITIES:


Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Personnel and Technical
Services, this position is responsible for further developing and
implementing a comprehensive preservation program for general and special
collections in all formats.  The Preservation Librarian: Develops
preservation policies and practices as well as short- and long-term goals
for the department.  Works closely with representatives from all
areas of the Library to determine preservation needs and priorities and
to coordinate projects. Evaluates Library collections for preservation
and reformatting.  Studies and makes recommendations for appropriate
applications of digital technologies for preservation.  Collaborates
with technical services staff in processing materials for the
collection.  Monitors environmental conditions throughout the
Library and in two storage facilities; establishes standards for care and
handling of collections during renovation and construction
projects.  Supervises repair operations and the Bindery Prep/Marking
unit.  Manages existing state and grant-funded budgets and seeks
funding for future projects.  Maintains the Library?s disaster plan
and coordinates emergency response strategies for the Library. 
Develops in-house educational and training programs.  Serves on
Library committees and represents the Library on matters concerning
cooperative preservation programs.  


QUALIFICATIONS:


Required:  A Master?s degree from an ALA accredited
program.  Strong preservation experience or relevant training. 
In-depth knowledge of conservation and stabilization treatments for
general and special collections.  Familiarity with emerging
preservation standards and new technologies.  Strong managerial
skills and supervisory ability.  Excellent organizational,
analytical, and problem-solving skills.  Ability to work
independently as well as part of a group in a collegial setting. 
Ability to work in a complex and changing environment with diverse staff
and users.  Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
Ability to meet criteria for tenure and promotion, including professional
service and published research.
Preferred:  Academic library experience.



SALARY: $37,500 or higher, depending on
experience and qualifications.



TO APPLY:


        Please
send a resume and a letter of application stating your qualifications and
background for this position and listing the names, addresses (including
e-mail addresses, if available), and telephone numbers of a minimum of
three references to:

Thyra K. Russell, Associate Dean
Personnel and Technical Services
Library Affairs, Mail Code 6632
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, Illinois 62901-6632
E-mail:  trussell@xxxxxxxxxxx
Telephone:  618-453-2681
Fax:  618-453-3440



CLOSING DATE FOR
APPLICATION:   March 4, 2002, or until
filled.



SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER