[PADG:1712] Re: conservator position at University of Kansas

[Yvonne Carignan <yc38@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Oh man, Brian, does this mean that Meg has another job?  I hope that you
are just expanding your empire!

Regards,

Yvonne

"Baird, Brian J" wrote:
> 
> University of Kansas Libraries
> 
> CONSERVATOR
> 
> Application review date: June 24, 2002
> (http://www.lib.ku.edu <http://www.lib.ku.edu> )
> 
> The University of Kansas Libraries invite applications for the position of
> Conservator. The Conservator will assist in the management of the Stannard
> Conservation Laboratory and assist in the education of library staff about
> new conservation treatments available. Reports to the Preservation
> Librarian.
> 
> RESPONSIBILITIES:
> 
> *       Perform or oversee all conservation treatments done on materials
> owned by the University of Kansas Libraries from both the general and
> special collections.
> *       Maintain strict quality control over all treatments performed in the
> conservation lab and collect, analyze, and report quantitative statistics
> for items processed in the lab.
> *       Establish workflow patterns of materials to and from the
> Conservation Labs.
> *       Assist the Preservation Librarian in providing training for Library
> staff and users on collection care and handling and assist in promoting
> sound preservation practices and principles throughout the Libraries.
> *       Maintain inventories of equipment and supplies used in the lab.
> *       Provide supervision and leadership to conservation staff.
> Additional information about the University Libraries' Preservation
> Department can be found at http://www2.lib.ku.edu/preservation
> <http://www2.lib.ku.edu/preservation> .
> 
> REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
> Significant book-related library conservation experience, OR a certificate
> in book conservation and some  book-
> related library conservation experience.  Knowledge of library preservation
> and conservation treatments and technology.  Knowledge of physical and
> chemical properties of books and paper.  Ability to work effectively with
> department staff, subject librarians, and other library staff in developing
> and following correct procedures for the care and preservation of library
> collections.  Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
> Experience in examining library materials to determine the most appropriate
> preservation treatment on an item-by-item basis.  Conservation skills will
> be evaluated in part through examination of a portfolio of work of correctly
> applied treatment techniques of book conservation (candidates selected for
> an interview will be asked to supply a portfolio).
> 
> PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:   MLS from an ALA-accredited program. Experience
> with desktop publishing software.  Conservation experience in research
> library collections conservation as well as single-item conservation
> treatment.  Supervisory experience with student conservation assistants.
> 
> ANNUAL SALARY AND BENEFITS:  A highly competitive salary range is offered,
> dependent upon experience and qualifications.  Benefits include 22 days
> vacation and 12 days sick leave per year; several paid holidays; group
> health and life insurance options; choice of four retirement programs,
> eligibility for sabbatical leave (if appointed as library faculty).
> 
> APPLICATION PROCEDURES & REVIEW DATE:   Applications received by June 24th
> will receive first consideration. For full consideration, applicants must
> provide a letter indicating how their experience relates to each of the
> required and preferred qualifications.  In addition, please provide a
> current resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email
> addresses of three references. Please do not submit portfolios at this time.
> Please send this material to:
> 
> Sandra K. Gilliland, Asst. to the Dean
> University of Kansas Libraries - 502 Watson Library
> 1425 Jayhawk Boulevard
> Lawrence, KS 66045-7544
> phone:  (785)864-8922   fax:  (785)864-5311
> email:  sgilliland@xxxxxx
> 
> Additional information about this position and the University Libraries can
> be found at http://www.lib.ku.edu.  <http://www.lib.ku.edu/>
> 
> The University of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
> Employer. The University encourages applications from underrepresented group
> members. Federal and state legislation prohibits discrimination on the basis
> of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability,
> and veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination
> on the basis of sexual orientation, marital status, and parental status.
> 
> Brian Baird
> 
> =~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=~=
> Brian J. Baird
> Preservation Librarian
> University of Kansas Libraries
> First Floor, Watson Library
> 1425 Jayhawk Blvd
> Lawrence, KS 66045-7544
> (785) 864-3568
> fax: (785) 864-5311
> bbaird@xxxxxx
> www2.lib.ku.edu/preservation

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