[PADG:963] Conservator position Iowa State University

["Hilary Seo" <Hseo@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Iowa State University Library
Conservator 

As the head of the Conservation Unit, the Collections Care Conservator
establishes priorities; makes treatment decisions; maintains workflow;
supervises and trains staff, students, and interns; oversees daily
operations of the conservation lab; maintains quality control; performs
appropriate treatments on general collections and Special Collections
and Archives materials (including but not limited to books, manuscripts,
photographs, glass slides and negatives, art on paper, artifacts); works
with private conservators when out-sourcing conservation treatment is
necessary; and provides assistance in Special Collections. Assists the
Head of Preservation in training, education and outreach for Library
staff, other practitioners, and citizens of Iowa; assists in developing,
coordinating and implementing preservation programs.  The
responsibilities of this position will require exceptional
organizational, analytical, interpersonal, communication, and time and
project management skills.

Required:  Master's degree in library and information science,
conservation or related field and one year of related experience with
specialization in book and paper conservation. A related bachelor's
degree and three years of related experience may be substituted. 
Computer and keyboarding skills and working knowledge of applications
such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, and graphic design
software.  

Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge and skill in conservation of special
collections and general collections library and archives materials,
including the relevant chemistry and conservation theory,
problem-solving and decision making skills, and the technical skills to
carry out and document complex treatments. 
Current knowledge of preservation operations and issues in a research
library environment, including special and general collections
conservation, environmental monitoring, disaster response, digital
preservation, library binding and reformatting (both analog and digital
formats). Experience designing and updating web pages, and creating
digital objects.    

Terms and Benefits:  Professional & Scientific position. Minimum salary
$35,089; commensurate with qualifications.  Excellent benefits package.

Deadline:  The deadline to apply for this position is May 26, 2006.
Please go to www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=71861 
for an on-line application and to attach a resume, cover letter and
three references.

If you have questions regarding this vacancy please email
pwilliam@xxxxxxxxxxx or call (515)294-4176.

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/IRCA/ADA Employer