[PADG:1015] Re: Yale, Collections Care Head

["Doris Hamburg" <Doris.Hamburg@xxxxxxxx>]

I will be out of the office until May 25, 2006; access to email will be irregular.

Ann Seibert will be Acting Director, Preservation Programs.
Please contact her at 301-837-1567 or at ann.seibert@xxxxxxxx

If there is a records emergency, please contact NARA security at 301-837-2900.  Security will contact the Records Emergency (Beeper) Response Team.

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Doris A. Hamburg
Director, Preservation Programs
National Archives and Records Administration



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Hello,
   Below is a posting for the Head of Collections Care at Yale.  This 
position is to head one of the key units within the Preservation 
Department.  We are looking for a candidate that in addition to being 
knowledgeable in the repair of general collections materials is an 
experienced supervisor.  The successful candidate will be supervising a 
staff of five technicians and two binding preparation staff.  In addition, 
the successful candidate will have an opportunity to hire a senior technician.

The Yale Preservation Department is entering an exciting 
time.  Preservation and conservation activities are a major part of the 
Library's capital campaign and we are playing an instrumental role in the 
development of the digital preservation program.

I will be at AIC and be happy to talk with anyone interested in the 
position or feel free to contact me via email.  Tara Kennedy will be at ALA 
in New Orleans and be happy to talk with anyone interested.

Thanks.
Bobbie Pilette
Head, Preservation Dept
Yale University Library
roberta.pilette@xxxxxxxx


Yale University
Head, Collections Care
Preservation Department/Collections Care
Librarian II/III, M&P 24/25


YALE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching and 
research at the University, has more than 12 million volumes housed in the 
Sterling Memorial Library and 22 school and departmental libraries. It 
employs a dynamic, diverse and innovative staff of nearly 600 FTE who have 
the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty and students, 
participate on committees and are involved in other areas of staff 
development. A full spectrum of library resources, from rare books and 
manuscripts to a rapidly expanding network of electronic resources, 
constitutes one of Yale's distinctive strengths. The Library is engaged in 
numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of 
scholarly information. For additional information on the Yale University 
Library, please visit the Library's Web site at: http://www.library.yale.edu/.

COLLECTIONS CARE
Yale University Library's Collections Care is one of three units within the 
Preservation Department and is responsible for the care and repair of all 
circulating collections including reference materials. In addition, 
Collections Care includes monograph commercial binding. Collections Care 
staff consult and provide leadership Library-wide on conservation issues 
such as the safe care and handling of circulating collections, emergency 
response and recovery, and provides information to the public on 
conservation practices at Yale University Library. The Head of Collections 
Care serves as a member of the Preservation Management Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Head, Preservation Department and Chief 
Preservation Officer the Head of Collections Care plans and directs the 
activities including the development, implementation and/or administration 
of policies and procedures governing the preservation and conservation of 
circulating and open stack collections. In order to do this effectively, it 
is expected that the successful candidate will work with librarians in 
setting treatment priorities for circulating and open stack collections and 
advise library staff on preservation principles and practices; as well as 
establish selection guidelines, standards, and production levels for 
Collections Care staff, including training, monitoring workflow, sorting, 
and documentation. Other responsibilities of the Head of Collections Care 
include maintaining equipment, tracking statistics and inventory control as 
well as managing the Collections Care budget, which includes the commercial 
binding budget.

The Head of Collections Care, along with other members of the Preservation 
Management Team, will assist in maintaining the emergency response plan and 
respond to emergencies as needed.  The Head of Collections Care 
participates actively in the Library's management, assessment, training, 
and development programs; contributes to implementing the mission of the 
Library; serves on Library and University committees as appropriate; and is 
active professionally. The Head of Collections Care maintains professional 
affiliations in appropriate organizations and keeps abreast of the latest 
developments in conservation principles, techniques, and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Conservation, Materials Science, Library Science 
(ALA-accredited program), or related field, and four years conservation 
experience in a research library; or an equivalent combination of education 
and experience. Excellent teaching and supervisory skills with experience 
supervising technical and/or professional staff as demonstrated by previous 
relevant experience.   Comprehensive knowledge of the organization and 
administrative policies and procedures of libraries and archives. Advanced 
knowledge of chemistry and book history, conservation principles, 
techniques and procedures, as relating to library materials. Well-developed 
organizational, research, and analytical skills. Excellent oral and written 
communication skills. Strong analytical and computer skills. The ability to 
work independently and with others; to excel in a dynamic team environment.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's 
qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including 22 vacation 
days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive health care; 
TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications 
will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications consisting of a 
cover letter, resume, and the names of three references should be mailed 
to: Diane Y. Turner, Associate University Librarian for Human Resources, 
Staff Training & Security; Yale University Library; P.O. Box 208240, New 
Haven, CT 06520; fax: (203) 432-1806. Submissions via email are also 
welcomed and can be sent as a Word attachment to<mailto:hrlibrary@xxxxxxxx> 
hrlibrary@xxxxxxxxx Please be sure to include Source Codes EAYU14918.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer