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This is a re-posted position. The deadline for application
for the position of Preservation Librarian is extended to November 30, 2007. Preservation Librarian Barbara Goldsmith Preservation and Conservation Department Position
Description:
The Preservation Librarian reports to the Head of the Preservation Department.
The Preservation Librarian manages the commercial binding, microfilming and
mass deacidification activities and works with vendors providing these
services; implements proper handling procedures for protection, storage and
transportation of library and archives materials within the Elmer Holmes Bobst
Library, as well as the Library’s off-site storage facilities; works with
the Conservation Librarian to address collection maintenance issues relating to
preservation; supervises full-time and part-time staff; coordinates an
environmental monitoring program for the NYU Libraries; conducts preservation
education sessions for Library staff; acts as liaison to six departmental
libraries; coordinates preservation outreach activities within the NYU
Libraries, including maintenance and administration of the Preservation Department
web page. In addition, the Preservation Librarian has a collaborative
relationship with the moving image, sound and digital preservation staff and
programs; assists in coordinating the Library’s disaster preparedness and
response programs; maintains statistical data and prepares reports as needed. Other
related duties may be assigned. Qualifications: ALA-accredited master's degree
in Library and Information Studies and an advanced certificate in preservation
administration. Experience working in a library, special collection, or archive
environment. Knowledge of book and paper preservation, standards, ethics and
current trends in the field. Experience with staff supervision and project
management. Strong leadership skills. Strong organization skills. Strong
writing and oral communication skills. Experience developing, designing and/or
carrying out condition surveys and preservation needs assessments preferred.
Knowledge or experience in non-print media preservation desirable. Salary and benefits: Faculty status, attractive
benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with
experience and background. Send resume to Janet Koztowski, Director for Human
Resources, NYU, Bobst Library, ___________________________ Paula De Stefano Head, Preservation Department Barbara Goldsmith Preservation and Conservation Department 212/998-2563 destefano@xxxxxxx |